Massimiliano Allegri, the coach of AC Milan, confirmed that his team was on the right track to secure a victory against Roma before the penalty was awarded, emphasizing that a draw remains a positive result at a challenging venue like the Stadio Olimpico.

Allegri said, "I think the first seven or eight minutes were good, then Roma pressed us and became quicker in winning the second ball, and they were dangerous with vertical passes."

He added, "Mike Maignan did a great job and kept us in the game with some very crucial saves."

He continued: "In the second half, we improved technically, and Roma lost some of their intensity. After we took the lead, it seemed the match was going in our favor, but such incidents can happen."

He explained: "We leave with a positive result because securing a point at the Olimpico at this stage of the season is extremely important."

He added, "After the goal, we were defending well, but the penalty came at a moment that changed everything."

He pointed out: "I had a feeling beforehand that scoring our second goal was easier than Roma scoring the equalizer."

He concluded his remarks by saying: "Roma pressed hard, but we were more aggressive in the second half, and sometimes when you think things are going a certain way, the exact opposite happens."