GdS: 'Up to Rafa' - Leao must silence critics after doubt-filled break
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GdS: 'Up to Rafa' - Leao must silence critics after doubt-filled break
"AC Milan left the club football period on the back of a draw with Juventus. From that game, Rafael Leao stuck out more than a missed penalty. With Leao returning from an injury, there was always going to be a period of getting back into the swing of things. Additionally, he is only just learning how to play in Massimiliano Allegri's system; there have been bumps in the road for others."
"Despite this, Leao has come into the team with immediate expectations to be 100% up to speed. Whilst unrealistic, his contract demands that of him, as does his known quality. However, he missed two big chances, and that has gotten everyone talking. International break but no break As Gazzetta dello Sport (via MilanNews) wrote this morning, it was likely going to be the case that the Portuguese dominated the international break. Yet, the never-ending talk, or better yet, criticisms of him, are still a bit"
Rafael Leao returned from a 38-day injury layoff and made substitute appearances against Napoli and Juventus with limited training. He missed a penalty and two big chances, prompting criticism and high expectations tied to his contract and known quality. Allegri is considering tactical adjustments as Leao adapts to a new system, and the club expects immediate impact despite his recovery. Leao returned promptly after international duty and is committed to working, but needs to translate effort into consistent performances. The situation is difficult but solvable if Leao improves quickly.
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