Stefano Pioli, boss of AC Milan, spoke to the media after the victory against Lazio:
"The team has shown maturity once again. The positivity of the environment could either distract us or give us a higher charge. We were good at taking energy from this moment and from the 27,000 fans at the stadium. guys, they are good on the pitch and have fun and this is the important thing. Now we have to stay focused because we have Sampdoria who will be a difficult opponent also because we have spent a lot in these last two games."
"A double derby in Coppa Italia? They are wonderful matches both to play and to prepare. They will be two important fixtures that will decide the finalist of the Italian Cup. We face a strong opponent and we will face him with our qualities and our characteristics trying to give everything."
On the fans:
"Seeing our fans so proud and happy is wonderful. The credit goes to the whole environment. The club is working very well and the positive environment helps us. There is still a lot to do, in the league we have the same points as 'last year and we want to improve."
Pioli on the team competition:
"Some players who don't play are angry but I think it's right. We have strong players who are giving me everything in training in preparation for the match. The good of the team, however, comes before individual interests and this, the boys know."
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