AC Milan's Portuguese talented and versatile attacker Rafael Leao spoke to the media in view of the return game against Red Star Belgrade. Here are his words:
On the importance of passing to the next round of Europa League:
"Every match is important. We are AC Milan and we enter the field to win. Tomorrow we want to win and try to move forward in this competition."
On the changes between playing on the sides or being central:
"It does not matter to me which position I play in. I want to give my all for the team and help. If it is possible to make an assists or a goal, then it is great but the most important thing is to win."
On the criticism directed to Milan's form recently:
"We are not less stronger just because of our recent results. We are working very hard, and we want to prove it tomorrow."
On his growth:
"I have to thank coach Pioli who gives me confidence every day as well as my teammates. I always try to listen to everyone and help the team with whatever that I can do".
On how the team is doing during this period of the season:
"We are fine. We keep our heads held high. We know that we did not play well in the last few games. However, we have looked at our errors and we want to show a reaction."
On if there is still enthusiasm even after the recent disappointing result of the team:
"The staff gave us confidence. We are young. We try to enter the pitch with confidence. We want to honour this shirt. We are calm, and we want to take advantage of the opportunities presented to us."
On Ibrahimovic's help to make him improve further:
"This year I felt much better than last year. As I have always said, Ibrahimovic is like an older brother for us who teaches us a lot. His most important characteristic is his mentality. We are stronger with him."
