Overview
- Rafael Leao struck shortly after halftime from an Adrien Rabiot pass to seal the away victory following an error-strewn first half.
- The result moved Milan temporarily to the top of Serie A, two points ahead of Inter, who host Bologna on Sunday.
- Max Allegri said Leao is more effective centrally and warned he can drift when used on the left, noting the team’s improved second-half control.
- Youngster Davide Bartesaghi filled in as a central defender in a back three and drew praise from Allegri and Leao for a calm, assured performance.
- Niclas Fullkrug debuted late only hours after completing a loan from West Ham, with injuries to Christopher Nkunku and Santiago Gimenez shaping Milan’s lineup.