Allegri calls for tranquility following Perth's crushing defeat in pre-season preparation
AC Milan Impresses in Pre-Season with Dominant Win Over Perth Glory
AC Milan kicked off their pre-season tour in style, defeating Perth Glory 9-0 in a commanding display of football. The match, held in Perth, saw Massimiliano Allegri's side take a 5-0 lead into half-time, with goals from Filippo Terracciano, Samuel Chukwueze, Yunus Musah, Noah Okafor, and Christian Comotto.
In the second half, Rafael Leao added a brace to his tally, scoring two goals after coming on as a substitute. Samuele Ricci also found the back of the net, ensuring a convincing victory for the Italian giants.
Following the impressive win, Allegri called for "calmness and balance" as the team prepares for the upcoming season. The pre-season schedule for 2025-26 includes high-profile matches against Arsenal, Liverpool, Perth Glory, Leeds United, and Chelsea.
The tour begins in Asia-Pacific with games against Arsenal and Liverpool, followed by a clash with Perth Glory. The tour then moves to Europe, where AC Milan will face Leeds United and Chelsea. The Club World Cup champions Chelsea will be a significant challenge for the Italian side, providing an exciting test before the start of the season.
AC Milan's total goals were almost double their expected goals (xG) tally of 4.81, suggesting that the team's performance was not just a fluke. The pre-season preparations officially began on July 7 at the Milanello training base, now renamed "Centro Sportivo Milanello powered by Clivet."
As the team gears up for the Serie A season opener against Cremonese on August 23, they will also play a Coppa Italia match against Bari on August 17. The pre-season tour promises to be an exciting build-up to the new season, with AC Milan looking to continue their impressive form.
The triumph over Perth Glory marks AC Milan's entry into European-leagues competition next season, as they showcase their dominance in sports like football. Their upcoming fixtures include matches against Arsenal, Chelsea, and others, promising a challenging yet exhilarating preparation for Serie-A's opening game against Cremonese.
