De Winter 'happy' with first Milan goal and says Allegri asked him to be 'tidy'

"We put ourselves in a good position, but it's a shame about the penalty: I can't say anything because I didn't see it, but we have to accept it."

"They played a very tough first half, but I think our ability to hold our own and defend together allowed us to keep a clean sheet in the first half."

"The coach asked me to stay tidy, and this is what he asks from the whole team. I try to keep things balanced and not wander around the pitch too much."

"It's always nice to play to help your teammates, to stay on the pitch and fight: all players want that. It's nice to feel the coach's confidence."

Koni De Winter scored his first goal for AC Milan during a 1-1 draw with Roma. The goal reflected recent improvement after initial criticism and his ability to play on both sides of the defence. Milan conceded an equaliser from a Lorenzo Pellegrini penalty, which De Winter said he did not see and that the team must accept. He credited the team's defensive organisation for a strong first half and noted the coach's demand to stay tidy and maintain balance. He expressed happiness at scoring and appreciation for the coach's confidence. De Winter received a 7/10 rating and the Man of the Match award, while Strahinja Pavlovic remains in contention for a starting spot.

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