AC Milan secured their place in the Coppa Italia Frecciarossa semi-finals with a commanding 3-1 victory over AS Roma in an intense quarter-final clash at San Siro. The Rossoneri delivered a dominant performance, showcasing their attacking prowess and tactical discipline to outclass their Serie A rivals.
The match started with high intensity, as Milan took control early on. The breakthrough came in the 18th minute when Rafael Leão capitalized on a defensive error to slot the ball past Roma’s goalkeeper, giving Milan a 1-0 lead. Roma responded aggressively, with Paulo Dybala leading the charge, but Milan’s defense held firm.
Milan doubled their advantage just before halftime, as Olivier Giroud finished off a brilliant team move with a powerful header, making it 2-0. Roma came out stronger in the second half, and their efforts paid off in the 63rd minute when Lorenzo Pellegrini converted a well-taken free kick to reduce the deficit to 2-1.
However, Milan quickly regained momentum, and in the 75th minute, Christian Pulisic sealed the victory with a stunning long-range strike, sending the home crowd into celebration. Despite Roma’s late attempts to mount a comeback, Milan’s defense remained solid, ensuring their progression to the next stage of the tournament.
With this victory, Milan moves one step closer to Coppa Italia glory, setting up an exciting semi-final clash. Roma, on the other hand, will have to shift their focus back to their Serie A campaign. The Rossoneri’s emphatic performance serves as a statement of intent as they continue their pursuit of silverware this season.
