While AC Milan is going through a complicated moment, Olivier Giroud lacks support at the forefront.
AC Milan was not reassured on Saturday, three days before the capital reception of PSG in the Champions League. Lacking inspiration, the Lombard club was indeed surprised at San Siro by Udinese (0-1). A setback which follows the slap received at the Parc des Princes (3-0) and the frustrating draw brought back from Naples (2-2) and which means that the Rossoneri let go at the top of the standings, now six lengths behind Inter Milan and three on Juventus Turin.
There is concern in the Milan ranks as any result other than a victory against the French champions this Tuesday would almost wipe out their chances of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions League. After three matches, Milan has only two measly points and Alessandro Costacurta, former Milan glory, did not hide his concern after the defeat conceded against Udinese.
“There is nothing in attack,” he said, exonerating only Rafael Leao: “ Only Rafael Leao invents something from time to time. » For Olivier Giroud, recently named player of the month for October, the situation is more problematic. “ Giroud scored two goals in Napoli, but the most alarming thing is when he needs something from other players. »