"Allegri's biggest asset is his ability to build strong defences, and Milan are seeing this play out in front of their eyes. They remain the second-best defensive team in the league, only conceding four goals in the opening seven. Rules are in place to stop mistakes - they stay compact, tight, and press relentlessly higher up the pitch. Mike Maignan is having quieter nights as a result of the work done on transitions, and he is performing better for it, too."
"No, it is his ideas and his players. Luka Modric was given the keys in the summer, and Adrien Rabiot has only brought additional strength. Youssouf Fofana, whilst a remnant of the previous coaches, has also transformed into a bit of a box-crasher. He needs to work on his finishing, yes, but he, too, has transformed under the new coach."
Since the summer, AC Milan has undergone a noticeable transformation under Massimiliano Allegri, becoming a much stronger team with higher demands for consistent 90-minute performances. Defensive structure has been tightened, producing the league's second-best defensive record with four goals conceded in seven games; compactness, higher pressing, and clearer transition rules have reduced mistakes and eased pressure on goalkeeper Mike Maignan. The midfield was overhauled around Luka Modric's leadership and Adrien Rabiot's reinforcement, while Youssouf Fofana has adapted into a box-crashing role though finishing still needs work. Defensive personnel including Matteo Gabbia, Fikayo Tomori, and Strahinja Pavlovic have benefited from the tactical shift.
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