In the post-match press conference, Allegri did not hesitate to praise Chen Zhong when facing the cameras, first affirming Chen Zhong's contribution to Milan in the 08-09 season.
"Real Madrid is lucky because they have a player like Chen."
"Milan is also grateful for the two championships he brought to the team in the 08-09 season. It was a wonderful season. It's a pity that when I was coaching the team, he had already returned to Real Madrid, but I can understand."
"He is a product of local youth training, the team captain, with a strong physique, astonishing talent, and very high loyalty to the team."
"He can unite the teammates around him, is a leadership figure, and in this match, he helped Real Madrid's midfield control the situation."
"Players like Chen, in any team, as long as they are willing to build around him, can achieve some success."
Allegri praised Chen Zhong and didn't talk much about the loss in this match.
