Paulo Fonseca insists AC Milan’s derby victory over rivals Inter is “irrelevant” unless the Rossoneri beat Lecce on Friday.
Milan claimed bragging rights in Derby della Madonnina on Sunday, with Matteo Gabbia’s late effort sealing a dramatic 2-1 victory at San Siro.
The Rossoneri subsequently ended a run of six straight defeats against the Nerazzurri stretching back to September 2022, while moving Fonseca’s side level on eight points with their rivals.
Three points adrift of leaders Torino, Milan can move top of Serie A with victory over Lecce, who have won just one of their opening five matches this season.
And with his side riding the crest of a wave after beating the reigning Scudetto winners, Fonseca highlighted the importance of ensuring his side do not come crashing back down to earth.
Coach Fonseca on the eve of #MilanLecce:
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