Milan entered the decisive phase of the season dreaming of competing for the league title, but the reality quickly turned into a bitter struggle to secure a spot in the Champions League.

The team has lost 3 of their last 4 matches, bringing historical concerns back to the forefront, amidst painful memories of previous scenarios where the European spot slipped away in the final moments.

The issue is not just about the results, but also about an inconsistent performance lacking identity. Despite having offensive names like Rafael Leão and Christian Pulisic, the team has failed to score in several important matches, reflecting a real crisis in attacking effectiveness.

On the other hand, the defense returned to making mistakes and gave opponents easy opportunities, which increased the pressure on the midfield that was no longer able to cover all the gaps.

Coach Massimiliano Allegri finds himself in the eye of the storm, especially with the recurrence of a negative scenario he previously experienced when his former team, Juventus, saw a sharp decline in performance in the final weeks of the 2023-2024 season.

Allegri's recent statements confirm the concern within the team, as he acknowledged that the Champions League spot is now under threat, given the improvement in results of competitors like Juventus and Roma.

Although the remaining match schedule is not the toughest compared to their competitors, the problem lies in AC Milan's inconsistency, especially against weaker teams.

The team is capable of winning major matches, but it frequently loses easy points, which could cost it a lot in the end, not only athletically but also economically. Missing out on the Champions League means significant financial losses and a direct impact on the club's ambitions in the summer transfer market.