"Mike Maignan somehow managed to build on the fantastic display against Inter in the Derby Della Madonnina, showcasing outstanding reflexes against Lazio on Saturday evening. With just nine goals conceded so far, Milan have one of the best defences in Serie A. The backline has improved massively compared to last season, but it's equally through that Maignan has kept out a few shots through his individual brilliance."
"Against Inter, he made two very advanced saves on Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez, before saving Hakan Calhanoglu's penalty. A perfect performance from the goalkeeper, in my ways, and he managed to build on that in the game against Lazio last night. Less than two minutes into the game, Mario Gila was left unmarked in the box and he was able to do everything right with the header. However, somehow, Maignan kept out the shot with a fantastic reflex save, tipping it over the bar."
Maignan delivered consecutive top-level performances, following a standout display against Inter with another remarkable reflex save against Lazio. Milan have conceded only nine goals so far, making the defense one of Serie A's best. The defensive improvement reflects both the backline's progress from last season and several match-saving interventions by Maignan. Against Inter he produced two advanced saves and saved a penalty. Less than two minutes after kickoff versus Lazio, he tipped Mario Gila's header over the bar with a stunning early reflex. The early save altered the game's dynamic and led to Maignan being named man of the match.
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