Yeah, I agree with you.But try to think anout this issue another way. Both Milan and Juv will be invovled in two sets of match: Series A and Champions League. Even if Milan had eliminated Real, who will benefit? Their next rival, Juv. And for Juv? It's Inter! Actually what do you think Lippi consider as the most horrible opponent? In this stage, it is definitely Inter! So even if Lippi had eliminated Milan, the happiest man is Cuper... agree? And even Milan will probably play false ball when meeting with Inter!!! So both sides have to consider carefully and make a proper balance between two sets of games! My personal opinion, only for reference.