Genoa blew a 1-0 lead and had to fight back from 2-1 down to earn a point on Friday night.
“We had an excellent first half, then dropped in the second half," Ballardini told Sky Sport Italia. “Our opponents changed their system.
“We deserved the draw and did well to recover in the end."
Flavio Bianchi struck the equaliser and Ballardini praised the 21-year-old.
“He's a lad who comes from the youth team, a true striker," Ballardini said. “Last year he was playing in Serie C, in a Lucchese team that had a decent championship. This means a lot to me."
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