Pioli explains Inter loss with ‘too many mistakes’

AC Milan head coach Stefano Pioli, was very disappointed after his team lost 0:2 to Inter in the first semi-final match in the Champions League. However, the specialist believes that in the second leg his players have a chance to change the outcome of the match.

“We have to take the positives from the second half. We had chances to get back into it. In the second leg we have to raise the bar and play more like in the second half. The opponent was more efficient and we made too many mistakes. Until the 7th minute, Inter had not entered our penalty area, but they took the lead with their first corner. We have to keep believing because one episode can turn everything around in the return leg.”

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“In the second game we have to start strong from the start. The footballers realize that they did not cope in the best way. They are disappointed, but they know that a turnaround is possible. The referee? I saw many situations where he did not show good decision making. We will see if Rafael Leao will be ready for the second game. He has 6 days and I hope they will be enough for his full recovery,” said Stefano Pioli.