Overview
- Mattia Zaccagni scored an 79th‑minute header to secure a 1-0 victory at the Stadio Olimpico, knocking Milan out of the Coppa Italia.
- Defending champions Bologna advanced earlier by beating Parma 2-1 through goals from Jonathan Rowe and Santiago Castro, setting up the quarterfinal with Lazio.
- Massimiliano Allegri called the tie balanced and urged Milan to refocus on Serie A and the upcoming Supercoppa after the elimination.
- Ardon Jashari made his first Milan start since an August fibula fracture, while Mike Maignan delivered key saves in a tense, low‑chance match.
- In rugby, Italy drew South Africa, Georgia and Romania for the World Cup pool, with a potential last‑16 matchup against the group that includes England.