AC Milan Secures Dominant Win Over Inter Milan in Coppa Italia Semi-Finals
In a highly anticipated Milan Derby, AC Milan emerged victorious against Inter Milan with a commanding 3-0 win in the second leg of the Coppa Italia semi-finals, overturning the aggregate score to 4-1 in their favor. The match took place at San Siro on Thursday, April 23, 2025.
Cristian Pulisic started the match for Milan, showcasing his skills and determination throughout the game. The highlight of the evening was Luka Jovic’s outstanding performance, netting two crucial goals that paved the way for Milan’s final entry.
Key Moments and Highlights
- The match began with Inter pressing aggressively, but Milan’s defense held firm, and Jovic opened the scoring in the 36th minute with a powerful header from a Jimenez assist.
- Early in the second half, Jovic doubled Milan’s lead with a close-range finish following a stray ball from a corner kick.
- In the 85th minute, Tijjani Reijnders added a third goal, sealing Milan’s victory and their place in the final.
In the post-match analysis, Milan coach Sergio Conceicao expressed his satisfaction, stating ‘This team showed great character and resilience tonight. We believe we can win the final.’
Implications and Next Steps
The victory not only secures Milan’s spot in the final, scheduled for May 14 in Rome, but also deals a blow to Inter’s treble ambitions. Inter remains competitive, with their next challenges including a Champions League semi-final against Barcelona.
Meanwhile, Milan’s season, despite struggles in Serie A where they sit ninth, could still be salvaged with this trophy. Fans and staff alike will be hoping for more success in the upcoming final.
Other Serie A Results
In Serie A action, Juventus suffered its first loss under new coach Igor Tudor, falling 1-0 to Parma. Meanwhile, Lazio regained sixth place after a 2-0 victory over Genoa, with Valentin Castellanos and Boulaye Dia scoring for the visitors. Fiorentina and Torino also recorded wins, maintaining their positions in the league standings.
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