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Allegri warns Milan: ‘Easy to stay focused against Arsenal and Liverpool'
Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri warns that it was 'easy' for his players to remain focused against Arsenal and Liverpool, while the upcoming friendly against Perth Glory will show 'how much we've grown in terms of respecting the opponent.' Allegri held a press conference on Wednesday on the eve of a friendly game against Perth Glory, the final game for the Rossoneri in their pre-season tour of Asia. Allegri warns Milan players ahead of Perth Glory friendly SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE – JULY 23: Massimiliano Allegri, Head Coach of AC Milan looks on prior to the Pre-Season Friendly match between Arsenal FC and AC Milan at National Stadium on July 23, 2025 in Singapore. (Photo by Yong) 'We are in the final stage of the tour and we've worked well. We have to play seriously and respect the opponent, who will give their all,' Allegri told reporters via Milannews. 'It will be an important test for them, but also for us. It's a key test to improve our physical shape and tactical condition. 'It's also an important mental test because it was easy to stay focused against Arsenal and Liverpool. Tomorrow, we'll see how much we've grown mentally and in terms of respecting the opponent.' The Rossoneri have been working under Allegri for nearly a month, and the Italian tactician was asked for a prediction on the Serie A title race. 'Napoli are the favourites to win the Scudetto because they are the defending champions,' he said. 'Then there's Inter, who are strong and have been doing an excellent job for years. Then Juventus, Atalanta, Roma, Fiorentina and Lazio. Many teams will fight for the top four. Not playing in European competitions means we can train all week, but the downside is that Milan need to play in the Champions League to test ourselves against the top teams and the intensity of European football.' Allegri ready to welcome Gimenez and Modric Luka Modric during his first interview as a Milan player on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Milan won't be involved in any European competition this season after finishing 8th in 2024-25. Santiago Gimenez and Luka Modric will resume training at Milanello in a few days. The pair were given extra days off as they had been busy with international duties and the Club World Cup until a few weeks ago. 'They'll join the group, and some young players will return to Milan Futuro and the Primavera squad,' Allegri concluded. 'That's how we'll prepare for the final 15 days before the Coppa Italia debut against Bari. Estupinan is a strong player, and he's settling into a group of guys with strong values, on and off the pitch.'
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2 days ago
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Allegri expects further Milan ‘progress' after win over Liverpool
Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri expects further 'progress' from his players after a win over Liverpool this past weekend: 'The match against Perth Glory will be great.' Milan visit Perth Glory on July 31 in their final Asia-Pacific Tour friendly game. The Rossoneri lost 1-0 against Arsenal last week but also beat Liverpool 4-2 on Saturday, and Allegri expects to see more developments in Australia. Thrilled Allegri as Milan land in Australia SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE – JULY 23: Massimiliano Allegri, Head Coach of AC Milan looks on prior to the Pre-Season Friendly match between Arsenal FC and AC Milan at National Stadium on July 23, 2025 in Singapore. (Photo by Yong) 'I'm proud to be here, Perth is a beautiful city that I had never visited before,' the Italian tactician said at a press conference via Gazzetta. 'I'm looking forward to exploring it, discovering a new culture and feeling the support of our fans here in Western Australia. 'This will be the match that ends our tour and this pre-season preparation period. We'll play in a beautiful stadium against a team that has achieved good results. I expect progress in both physical and technical aspects. 'The match against Perth Glory will be great, and I'm happy to be here. I thank the Government of Western Australia for the opportunity.' Allegri had been sacked by Milan in January 2011 and returned to the club this past May, signing a two-year deal with an option for a further campaign. Allegri explains Milan return after 14 years Massimiliano Allegri prior to the pre-season friendly between Milan and Arsenal in Singapore on July 23, 2025 (picture via: The Livorno-born tactician reiterated that Milan's priority target will be to finish in the top four in the 2025-26 season. 'I've returned to Milan after 15 years and I'm happy to be here,' he said. 'This will be an important season, and we aim to return to the Champions League. Milan are one of the most important clubs in the world and must play in the Champions League. When you wear this jersey, you feel the responsibility of representing one of the most storied clubs, and you must always give your best.' Allegri had been without a club since May 2024 when Juventus sacked him. 'Resting is good, but I was eager to get back to coaching,' he concluded. 'I chose Milan because I love this club and couldn't say no. I do this job with passion and dedication, and I'm convinced that, together, we will achieve the goals we've set for ourselves.' Milan's first Serie A game of the 2025-26 season is against regional rivals Cremonese on August 23, but the opening competitive game of the season will be against Bari in the Coppa Italia on August 17.
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2 days ago
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AC Milan in WA: Visiting coach gives thumbs-up to proposed Serie A game featuring Italian giants in Perth
AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri says he would be proud to be part of a proposed world-first Serie A game featuring the Italian giants in Perth. It came as the State Government vowed to continue aggressively pursuing high-profile matches to reinforce Perth's reputation as a destination for major sporting events. Seven-time European champions Milan, one of the world's biggest sporting clubs, will play a friendly against Perth Glory at HBF Park. But Thursday night's match will be played against a backdrop of intrigue surrounding a proposal which would see Perth host a historic game which could have global ramifications for the sport. Earlier this month, the Italian Football Federation approved a request by the league for Milan's Serie A clash with Como to be played in Perth in February. With Milan's famed San Siro Stadium out of action for a month early next year as it gets ready to host the 2026 Winter Olympic opening ceremony, the club has had to look elsewhere for a venue — and Optus Stadium could be their destination. If the match goes ahead, it will mark the first time a major European league has played a competitive league game on foreign soil. Speaking via an interpreter, Allegri, who is set for his first season back with the club he won Serie A with in 2011, said he would be thrilled to be part of such an event. 'I'd be very proud, if all the other sanctioning comes through and to be a part of such a historic event, it will change the landscape of world football,' he said. However, the plan still requires layers of approvals from numerous parties, including world governing body FIFA, European governing body UEFA, the Asian Football Confederation and Football Australia. 'This is still something very much a work in progress, but the aspiration to have such a game is very much something we're pursuing,' said deputy premier Rita Saffioti. 'There are a number of hurdles, and that includes of course, a tick off from many organisations. We have a very big aspiration, it would be the first time in the world, but there's a lot of hurdles. 'I'm very much working with everyone involved, how we can do our best to give it our best shot, but it's a work in progress. If Perth's proposed Serie A game is greenlit by the necessary authorities, it could open the floodgates for rival leagues to investigate playing matches abroad. FIFA has previously been against the idea of allowing clubs to move league fixtures internationally, but last year created a working group to review its policy about domestic games abroad. Spain's La Liga publicly floated the idea of playing a match between heavyweights Barcelona and Atletico Madrid in Miami in 2024, before delaying their plan and promising to revisit it. The Supercoppa Italiana, an annual cup tournament involving the previous season's Serie A and Coppa Italia winners and runners-up, currently takes place in Saudi Arabia. If approved, the proposed Serie A match in Perth would mark AC Milan's third visit to WA in less than 18 months, following their post-season friendly against fellow Italian giants AS Roma last May. The clash with Roma drew 56,522 fans to Optus Stadium, but importantly also allowed the State Government to establish a strong relationship with Milan. 'They really enjoyed their time here last year, and in particular, their ability to move around and see parts of our city in a safe way,' Saffioti said. 'Sometimes we undersell what we have in Western Australia; they're staying here in this incredible hotel (Crown Towers), they can basically walk around the river in a very safe way. 'Their training facility is just 15 minutes away and Sam Kerr (Football) Centre is one of the newest football centres in the nation. 'Getting to HBF Park is not a long way away. It's another 10-15 minutes, we offer some really good have a lot of really great sporting infrastructure,'' she said.
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4 days ago
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How to watch Liverpool vs AC Milan: TV channel and live stream for pre-season friendly today
Liverpool and AC Milan will lock horns once again, but this time in a high-profile pre-season friendly today. The two European giants have history against each other having traded victories in the 2005 and 2007 Champions League finals. They also met in the competition's new league phase format last season with the Reds coming from behind to win 3-1 at the San Siro. Much has changed for Milan since, most notably the manager as Massimiliano Allegri is back in charge, though the first game of his second spell ended in defeat at the hands of Arsenal in midweek. Meanwhile, Liverpool followed up a 3-1 win over Preston by thumping Stoke 5-0 in a training match last weekend and have bolstered their attacking options even further ahead of kick-off with the signing of Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt. The Frenchman has already joined up with his new team-mates in Hong Kong which means he is in line to make his debut in a fixture that has served up many classic over the years. Below is everything you need to know about where to watch this one unfold... How to watch Liverpool vs AC Milan TV channel: In the UK, the game will be broadcast live on LFCTV. Coverage starts at 11.30am BST ahead of an 12.30pm kick-off. Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via All Red Video (formerly LFCTV GO). A monthly subscription starts at £4.99. Live coverage: You can follow all the action with Standard Sport's LIVE blog!
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6 days ago
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Milan the Most Active Team in Vlahovic Sweepstakes
Milan continue to be the only team Dusan Vlahovic has shown some interest in joining should Juventus successfully force him out. The talks are somewhat progressing, albeit very slowly. According to Alfredo Pedullà, Massimiliano Allegri wants a reunion, and the Serb would sign off on the move. On the other hand, he needs to be granted a large severance package first. Plus, he'd have to take a steep cut relative to what he's earning now. The Rossoneri would have to be willing to pay at least €18/20M. There's obviously always a chance another side the marksman appreciates will materialize. Vlahovic has a €20M residual value on the Juventus balance sheet, and Milan could eventually consider a swap if they found a solution on his personal terms, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs. They'd propose a defender, preferably Malick Thiaw, whom they have been trying to sell this summer. Strahinja Pavlovic is less likely, as their boss likes him, but so does Igor Tudor. The negotiation will be a slow burn and eventually come together in deep August, especially if the Rossoneri don't find another striker with an acceptable price on whom their coaching staff and front office agree, and instead the Old Lady does. Otherwise, the San Siro-based outfit would try to sign the outcast on a Bosman transfer next year. Our Take on Milan, Juventus, and Vlahovic The chatter is all well and good, but everything is moot until he shows an inclination to lower his salary. There have been no traces of that for now. A trade would be welcome for the Old Lady. Pavlovic would be quite good in their defensive system.
