Empoli was hit at home 2-0 when Milan hit Leao and Santiago Gimenez by Rafael. Luca Marianucci was sent for Empoli after a collision with Gimenez in the second half.
“We work in different areas, but we don't have much time in training. The defensive movements are very important to keep the team solid. In the Red Card situation I didn't like the way we played, because we shouldn't try to use the offside trap, “Confeicao told Dazn.
“At that time, the temptation was to take a striker and put on a defender, but I moved Musah to the right and Kyle (Walker) in Central Defense and Joao Felix a bit deeper. A draw here is like a defeat for Milan, so I had to take the gamble.
“With all due respect for the aggressive nature and direct approach to Empoli that shows that they were well drilled, we were the better team everywhere and took three important points.
“Santi is a quality player, I had already followed him when I was at Porto. Quality works when the players are able to push and play outside their comfort zone for the greater good, which is the collective of the team. These details can bring everyone to a higher level.
“We all know that players such as Pulisic, Joao, Rafa, Tammy and others are great on the ball, but football is not only when you have the ball, there is a completely different set of tasks that need to be performed from the ball. Football is simple, there is one net where you want the ball and another that you don't do.
“When the players all understand what needs to be done, it will all be much easier and also more pleasant for them. This is the kind of football I want to see. After that they will have different thoughts and ideas from different coaches, but this is how I see it and they are now with me. “
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