GdS: Schedule and psychology - why Milan must believe in the Scudetto comeback

"Milan simply have to believe, as we've seen more sensational comebacks than this one and the psychological blow of inflicting yet another derby defeat could be the catalyst for a collapse. However, first things first: Inter's exit from the Champions League is an important factor. Chivu's side will play only one or two more matches than Allegri."

"Milan is almost obligated to make up several points by April 12th. Over the next four rounds, with the international break in between, Allegri will play Lazio in Rome, then at home vs. Torino, in Naples, and at home vs. Udinese. Inter will play Atalanta at home, away vs. Fiorentina, Roma at home, and away vs. Como."

"Logic dictates that if Inter defend their lead in the coming weeks, they'll have the Scudetto in their grasp. From mid-April onward, Chivu will have Cagliari, Torino, Parma, Lazio and Verona, before the final matchday against Bologna. Milan, in that month or so, will play Juventus and the more complex Atalanta, but with an advantage: both matches will be at home."

AC Milan's win over Inter has reignited title race discussions, with La Gazzetta dello Sport suggesting the psychological impact could trigger an Inter collapse. Inter's Champions League exit provides a scheduling advantage, facing fewer matches than Milan through April. The coming month is decisive: Milan must gain ground against top-ranked opponents including Napoli, Juventus, and Atalanta, while Inter faces Atalanta, Roma, and Como. Milan's advantage lies in playing Juventus and Atalanta at home later in the season. Inter's fixture list from mid-April includes Cagliari, Torino, Parma, Lazio, and Verona. The title race remains competitive, with Milan requiring a winning streak to pressure Inter and potentially capitalize on the final matchday at Bologna.

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