Albanian midfielder Kristjan Asllani played significant minutes in the dramatic Supercoppa Italiana final between Inter and Milan. Substituting in after an injury to Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Asllani struggled to leave a positive mark on the match. Despite Inter initially leading 2-0, Milan staged a stunning comeback to win 3-2.
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| Kristjan Asllani clearly looks nervous after the defeat against Milan |
Harsh Ratings and Media Criticism
Italian outlet Corriere.it delivered scathing reviews of Asllani’s performance, awarding him the lowest rating of the match—a 4.5. The criticism centered on several aspects of his game:
- Crucial Mistake in Milan's First Goal: Asllani lost possession in a critical moment, leading to Milan's opening goal. While there was debate about a potential foul by Álvaro Morata, the media pointed to the Albanian’s inability to stay on his feet under pressure.
- Defensive Lapses: He was also faulted for his lack of defensive contribution and poor positional awareness throughout the game.
“Minimal impact, if not worse,” wrote Corriere. “He lost the ball that led to Milan’s first goal. Was it a foul? Maybe, but you have to stay on your feet in that situation, no matter what. He never recovered afterward.”
A Setback in a High-Stakes Match
This performance is seen as a setback for the 21-year-old Albanian, who had an opportunity to shine in a high-profile game. While Asllani has shown promise in previous matches for Inter, moments like this underscore the challenges of competing at the top level, especially in intense derby games like the Derby della Madonnina.
Moving Forward
Asllani will need to bounce back and use this experience as a learning opportunity. With Inter’s packed schedule, including domestic and European competitions, the young midfielder is likely to get more chances to prove himself and regain the trust of the team and fans.
For now, though, the spotlight remains on his struggles during one of the most critical matches of Inter’s season.