The words of the Rossoneri coach after the defeat against Dortmund in the Champions League: “They were smarter and more skilled than us.”
AC Milan lost at home against Borussia Dortmund, and their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League round of 16 are now reduced to a miracle. “We lost this game in the moments when we could have turned the tide in our favor – Pioli commented after the match – and if we scored that penalty… things would have been different. Thiaw‘s injury conditioned us a bit, but we weren’t able to capitalize on the chances that Borussia left us. They were smarter and more skilled than us.”
The fate of AC Milan in the Champions League will not depend solely on the Rossoneri but also on Borussia Dortmund, who are already qualified: “This is a disappointing night because we had a significant opportunity, but we have the duty to go to Newcastle and try to win. We have a small chance, and we’ll give it our all.” Another injury occurred against Dortmund: “This situation is worrying, especially when they occur on players that play the same position.”
Pioli then addressed the fans: “They have the right to be angry and disappointed; and we have the duty to do better. Possibility of advancing to the next round? We must win in Newcastle; that’s all we can do.”
