Juventus 3-1 AC Milan: 5 Talking Points

#4 Milan's attitude against top sides has improved

Milan

weren't

intimidated by the Juventus side

Not until long ago did we see the Rossoneri approach a game against a top side in the league with a defeatist mindset which saw them give in meekly and concede defeat without really putting up a fight. All that's slowly changing under Gennaro Gattuso and the signs are there for all to see, especially after the 2-0 win over AS Roma in Rome.

Even though the odds were stacked heavily against them, Milan strained every sinew to pick up something from the match. Promising at the back and ferocious going forward, the visitors matched shoulders with their mighty rivals for long spell in the game and the equaliser by Bonucci was a reflection of their fearlessness. In fact, Milan mustered 10 shots in all - 5 of which were on target.

Despite the defeat, which really shouldn't be a surprise, Il Diavolo can take heart from the valiant fight they put up against the champions-elect, a testament to their changing attitude against top shouts in the division.