"The coach's irritation is justified, because these lapses in form in March will have a different meaning, especially in the intense race for the Champions League. The second problem is the defensive situation. Yes Milan have conceded only nine goals in 11 league games, but they let in six against the aforementioned trio. The team seem rock solid in big matches, then distracted against lesser-rated opponents. An ability to perceive danger is needed."
"They might not have lost any of them (and are 10 unbeaten in the league) but the trend is worrying. Games need to be finished when the chance presents itself. After letting Parma get back level, the lack of a clinical edge from Christian Pulisic and Alexis Saelemaekers at the Tardini are emblematic of what's not working well for 'a team full of contradictions', moving in extremes of good and bad."
Milan needs urgent improvements in mentality, attitude and defensive consistency to stop conceding leads and losing points against lesser-ranked opponents. The team collected only two points from nine available against Cremonese, Pisa and Parma, exposing a flawed approach to so-called 'lesser' sides. Defensive lapses produced six of the nine goals conceded in the league, often occurring in matches the side should control. Repeatedly surrendering early leads in matches versus Pisa, Atalanta and Parma highlights a worrying trend despite a ten-game unbeaten run. Greater game management and clinical finishing are required to convert starts into wins.
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