Milan books their place in the Coppa Italia semifinals with a 3-1 victory over Roma, in a thrilling night at San Siro fueled by the excitement of Joao Felix and Gimenez’s debuts. The anticipation surrounding Milan’s new signings was evident from the start, and though they began on the bench, their second-half introduction shifted the game’s momentum in favor of Sergio Conceição’s side.
The early star of the match, however, was Tammy Abraham, who struck twice within the first 42 minutes. The English forward first headed home a pinpoint cross from Theo Hernandez, before doubling Milan’s lead with a composed finish from Pulisic’s assist, capitalizing on Roma’s defensive lapses. The visitors weren’t without chances—Pisilli hit the post, while Dybala and Shomurodov tested Maignan, but the Milan goalkeeper stood firm.
Roma responded after the break with Claudio Ranieri introducing Dovbyk and Pellegrini, a tactical shift that immediately paid off. Dovbyk found the net in the 50th minute, converting a close-range effort and reigniting hope for the Giallorossi. However, Milan quickly took control again.
Milan vs. Roma, Coppa Italia quarterfinal: a crucial battle at San Siro
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At the 58th minute, Conceição made his move, sending on Santiago Gimenez and Joao Felix for Abraham and Pulisic. The switch to an attacking 4-4-2 setup immediately made an impact. The decisive moment came in the 75th minute when Gimenez displayed his individual brilliance, shaking off defenders before setting up Joao Felix, who calmly chipped the ball over the goalkeeper to seal the victory.
Beyond the pitch, Milan’s new signings also brought a renewed energy to the stands, with fans reigniting their passionate support after recent tensions. Gimenez, already embraced as a fan favorite, injected fresh optimism, while Joao Felix’s elegance and technical ability could prove crucial in the latter stages of the season.
With their last Coppa Italia title dating back to 2003, Milan now awaits their semifinal opponent—either Inter or Lazio.
