Sergio Conceicao remains hopeful that AC Milan can still secure a Champions League spot, despite being nine points adrift of fourth-placed Juventus. Facing Genoa, a win is crucial for Milan's aspirations. Though they have a strong historical record against Genoa, this season has seen underwhelming performances from the team. Conceicao, now in charge, has achieved some success, including reaching the Coppa Italia final, but recognizes significant shortcomings. He emphasizes the importance of balance and defensive improvements while managing player fitness as they strive for better results in both league and cup competitions.
"We just need to work, it's not like a change of system automatically fixes everything," Conceicao said, emphasizing the need for team balance and defensive solidity.
"The team showed it creates chances in every game, but we lacked balance and defensive solidity. We are working on all of this, not just as a team, but also the individual errors we cannot afford to commit at this level."
Despite being down in ninth, Conceicao denied he would give up on the league to rest players for the Coppa Italia final. "Every day that we come here, there is the responsibility of working for a club like Milan."
Milan face Genoa on Monday knowing a win is necessary to keep their Champions League hopes alive, despite sitting nine points behind fourth-placed Juventus.
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