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AC Milan drew 2-2 with Lazio in Rome after a poor first half, with Moreira’s brace proving decisive in a sharp second-half turnaround. The piece highlights standout performances (MOTM Moreira), a costly error from Estupiñán, key saves from Maignan, and strong showings from Musah and Pulisic, while also rating every Milan player and questioning some starting XI choices and midfield balance.
Juventus announced their matchday squad for tonight’s Serie A clash with AC Milan, revealing eight first-team absences: Weston McKennie and Andrea Cambiaso are out due to injury, while Khephren Thuram and Kenan Yildiz are sidelined for months after surgeries; Arkadiusz Milik is also unavailable. Juan Cabal, Jeff Ekhator and Pape Matar Sarr are ruled out, but Nick Woltemade is included. Coach Luciano Spalletti called up NextGen players Augusto Owusu and Filippo Pagnucco for the showdown.
A 1-1 draw between Juventus and Milan saw bench players make the difference: Alphadjo Cisse opened the scoring and Federico Gatti struck in stoppage time after coming on, with Samuel Chukwueze and Teun Koopmeiners providing the assists. Koopmeiners and Gatti were highlighted as top performers for Juventus, while Milan received mixed ratings and faced cautious instruction from their coach; Spalletti and Amorim were the respective managers.
Milan fought to a 1-1 draw at Juventus after Alphadjo Cisse finished a Chukwueze cross for the leveller. Koni De Winter was Milan’s standout with a 7.5 MOTM-rating despite a late free-kick incident that led to Juventus’ goal. Several Milan players underperformed, and coach Amorim’s lineup and substitutions drew mixed reviews as Milan continue to search for attacking consistency and stability in this new system.
DAZN referee expert Luca Marelli scrutinized a string of controversial calls in Inter’s 3-2 comeback win over Napoli, including a potential handball by Stanislav Lobotka that went without VAR intervention and a late Inter equaliser allowed to stand amid Napoli protests, as Lautaro Martínez completed a stoppage-time double to seal the drama.
Mauricio Pochettino has had initial talks with AC Milan about becoming their next manager after Massimiliano Allegri was sacked. The Argentina coach, currently preparing for the World Cup with the United States, could return to club football later this year as Milan eye a fresh start following a season that failed to qualify for the Champions League.
RedBird Capital Partners announced an immediate overhaul of AC Milan's football operations after a disappointing season, parting ways with CEO Giorgio Furlani, Sporting Director Igli Tare, Head Coach Massimiliano Allegri and Technical Director Geoffrey Moncada, with new leadership appointments expected before the next season.
Como qualified for the Champions League for the first time after a 4-1 win over Cremonese on the final day, aided by AC Milan’s defeat and Roma’s victory to secure fourth place; Cremonese were relegated to Serie B. Fabregas praised the achievement, highlighting the teenage-heavy, ambitious squad.
AC Milan’s hopes of closing in on a Champions League spot suffered a setback with a 2-0 loss to Sassuolo at the Mapei Stadium. Fikayo Tomori was sent off early in the first half, and a Jashari error helped spark the visitors’ opener, leaving Milan unable to recover as Allegri’ssystem came under heavy critique and Leao squandered a key early chance—the result leaves Milan’s top-four bid more precarious.
AC Milan is concerned about Christian Pulisic's fitness after he missed training due to an unspecified issue, which may affect his participation in upcoming friendlies and the match against Fiorentina, despite his strong start to the season.
Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove collapsed on the pitch during a Serie A match against Inter Milan, leading to the game's suspension. Bove, who is on loan from Roma, was taken to Careggi hospital where he regained consciousness and was breathing independently. The incident occurred during a VAR check, prompting medical staff to rush to his aid and players to form a protective circle around him. The match will be rescheduled, with Inter chairman Giuseppe Marotta emphasizing the importance of community and player safety in the decision to postpone.
Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove is in a medically induced coma after collapsing during a Serie A match against Inter Milan, leading to the game's abandonment. Bove was treated on the field before being taken to Careggi Hospital, where initial tests ruled out acute damage to his central nervous and cardio-respiratory systems. He regained consciousness in the ambulance and is breathing on his own. The incident prompted an outpouring of support from the football community, with the match halted at 0-0.
Edoardo Bove collapsed during the Fiorentina vs Inter Milan Serie A match, leading to its suspension. Medical teams attended to Bove, who was transported to the hospital while reportedly breathing but unconscious. The incident left players distressed, and the game is expected to be abandoned.
Christian Pulisic scored a sensational goal for AC Milan in their match against Lecce, marking his 13th goal of the season and 10th in Serie A. Playing in the No. 10 role, he quickly made an impact with a stunning strike just six minutes into the game. AC Milan went on to win 3-0, with coach Stefano Pioli praising Pulisic's quality, attitude, and professionalism, highlighting his positive impact on the team.
Fiorentina's general director, Joe Barone, has passed away at the age of 57 after falling ill and being admitted to the hospital. The club and its associates expressed deep sorrow and paid tribute to Barone's dedication and professionalism. His sudden illness led to the postponement of Fiorentina's Serie A match against Atalanta, with the rescheduled fixture yet to be confirmed. Barone played a significant role in the club's leadership alongside president Rocco Commisso and had been with the team since its acquisition in 2019.