Juventus continues its excellent momentum in Serie A by dominating AC Milan in a shock at the top. A look back at a successful performance from the Bianconeri who are getting back into the title race. Can you guess the final score?
This Saturday evening, Juventus Turin produced an XXL performance to overcome its historic rival, AC Milan, in a high-intensity match counting for the 21st day of Serie A. A look back at this clash of the titans which held all his promises.
A supercharged Juve which imposes its law
From the kick-off, the intentions of Massimiliano Allegri’s men were clear: apply intense pressure to suffocate the Milan midfield and quickly project themselves forward. A plan that worked wonderfully since the Old Lady quickly took control of operations, creating several dangerous situations.
Turin’s imperial central defense nipped in the bud the rare incursions of the Rossoneri attackers. On the other side of the field, the attacking trio composed of Di Maria, Milik et Kostic multiplied the sharp calls and the well-felt combinations. The turning point of the match arrived at the hour mark.
The jewels of Samuel Mbangula
In the 59th minute, on a bright opening from Fabio Miretti, Samuel Mbangula, who had just come on, controlled with his chest before following up with a sumptuous volley from 20 meters which ended its course in Mike Maignan’s top corner. A sumptuous goal which rewarded Juventine domination.
I knew I was going to have an opportunity and I gave everything on that ball. It’s a goal I will remember for a long time!
– Samuel Mbangula at the microphone of DAZN
Five minutes later, Timothy Weahwho also entered the game, took advantage of a restart error from Mike Maignan to double the stakes and definitively ensure his team’s victory. Final score: 2-0 for Juventus in a match that they controlled from start to finish.
Allegri in heaven, Conceiçao lucid
In the post-match press conference, Massimiliano Allegri did not hide his satisfaction:
-I am proud of my players who delivered a complete match with intensity and quality. This bodes well for the rest of the season.
– Massimiliano Allegri, coach of Juventus Turin
On the Milan side, Sergio Conceiçao recognized the superiority of the opponent in sporting terms:
We came across someone stronger than us this evening. Juve were excellent in all areas of the game. It’s up to us to raise our heads and react.
– Sergio Conceiçao, AC Milan coach
Juve recovers, Milan calms its ambitions
Thanks to this precious victory, Juventus moved back to 4th place in Serie A with 37 points, 10 lengths behind the Neapolitan leader. A success which could mark a turning point in the season of the Bianconeri, long irregular.
AC Milan, for its part, remains stuck in 8th position with 31 units on the clock. After a great start to the year 2025, this slap puts the Rossoneri back to their current limits. The race for Europe looks more uncertain than ever!
A benchmark match for Juventus, a worrying rout for AC Milan: this clash between Italian giants has delivered its verdict. The people of Turin can look forward to the rest of the season with ambition, while the Milanese will have to quickly re-mobilize so as not to see the top 4 slip away. Answer in the coming weeks!
