Massimiliano Allegri has transformed AC Milan into a disciplined Scudetto contender by replacing the chaotic style of recent seasons with a pragmatic, clinical approach and a “bunker-like” defense.
AC Milan have surged to second in the Serie A table, firmly re-entering the Scudetto race under the tactical guidance of Massimiliano Allegri.
Since his appointment in June, Allegri has instilled a “clear identity” defined by defensive stability and clinical finishing.
According to Corriere dello Sport, the Rossoneri are leveraging a “compact defence, organised like a bunker,” marking a stark departure from the defensive fragility that plagued the club’s previous managerial eras.
The statistical shift under Allegri highlights an extraordinary level of efficiency.
Milan have scored 11 goals with their first shot on target this season, a “cynicism” that has become the team’s trademark.
Rafael Leao and top scorer Christian Pulisic have spearheaded this pragmatic approach. Unlike the “out of control” high-volume games seen under Stefano Pioli or Paulo Fonseca, this iteration of Milan focuses on the essentials and punishes opponents at the first opportunity.
This tactical U-turn prioritizes results over aesthetic flair, reflecting Allegri’s historic philosophy from his previous spells at San Siro and Juventus.
While the team creates fewer total chances, they have mastered the art of “struggling when necessary” to secure points.
By replacing chaos with consistency, Allegri has transformed Milan into a disciplined unit capable of sustaining a title challenge through defensive solidity and a lethal, high-conversion attacking frontline.