AC Milan boss, Massimiliano Allegri, is optimistic in the run up to the derby against Inter: "We'll win the match and the Scudetto. This is the most important game of my life".

Then he added: "The injured player recovered during the break. Ibrahimovic's absence? He's important even when not in good form, it's not possible to leave him on the bench. Pato? He's great but he must learn to play more with the others".

On Inter: "I admire Eto'o, he's always showing great motivation".

On his future: "I couldn't coach Inter. I have been working here for only 8 months, but my heart is Rossonero".

Two players who most impressed him in Serie A: "Pastore and Sanchez".