AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti believes his side must give their best against arch-rivals Inter in order not to suffer a humiliating defeat. "We need a perfect performance, because Inter are so strong that if you do not play to your best then you risk humiliation," Calcio Italia quoted Ancelotti as saying on Saturday. Milan, who have won the Club World Cup, will be hoping to ease their Serie A crisis when they face Inter on Sunday. The Rossoneri lie 11th in the league table on 18 points. Defending champions Inter are in charge of the table with 40 points, seven clear of their nearest rivals. "It is our duty and desire to close the gap," Ancelotti added.
Roberto Mancini On the other hand, Inter coach Roberto Mancini is expecting an entertaining battle in the Milan derby. "It is a derby, so as always there will be a special atmosphere," the Italian manager said. "It is the meeting of two great teams and there will be some spectacular football on show. Both of us have the players who can make the difference at any moment." Although Milan are desperate to get back into league contention, Mancini said the pressure will be on the Nerazzurri. "We are top of the table, so we are the ones who have the most to lose in this encounter."
