AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri has told his players to forget about their impressive win over Barcelona, with the Milan derby against Inter looming on the horizon.
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The Rossoneri produced a perfect Champions League home display during their 2-0 last-16 victory over the Catalans at the San Siro on Wednesday.
But with the always-important Milan derby scheduled for this weekend, Allegri has told his players to move on from the win and shift their focus to Sunday's game against their bitter rivals.
"We haven't done anything yet," he said on the club's official website.
"We have to leave it there now as we have the derby and we have to recharge our batteries immediately. I'm very happy with what the players have done and we should enjoy this evening and start focusing on the derby tomorrow."
The Italian did concede, however, that his side's game plan was executed to perfection, having been wary of the Blaugrana's passing ability going into the match.
"I'm very happy," he continued. "It was an extraordinary game from a defensive point of view as we didn't concede anything to Barcelona.
"We slipped up on a couple of passes but, in the second half, the team did well. They were patient and they found the right moment to strike.
"The players understood what I asked of them and, when you play with that kind of willingness and intensity, you can win against anyone."
Having taken confidence from his team's performance against the La Liga leaders, Allegri hinted the best may yet be to come from this current Milan side.
"The team is still growing. It's doing so very quickly. I think it's a team that will do well for years to come," he added.
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