Serie A Regular Season - 3
AC Milan 1 - 0 FT Bologna
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
10' Pervis Estupiñán
18' Fikayo Tomori
45'+1 Alexis Saelemaekers
HT
46' ↓ S. Pavlovic ↑K. De Winter
55' ↓ M. Maignan ↑P. Terracciano
61' L. Modric (A. Saelemaekers)
↓ C. Lykogiannis ↑J. Miranda 62'
↓ G. Fabbian ↑F. Bernardeschi 63'
65' ↓ Y. Fofana ↑S. Ricci
65' ↓ R. Loftus-Cheek ↑C. Pulisic
Juan Miranda 73'
↓ N. Cambiaghi ↑J. Rowe 74'
↓ R. Orsolini ↑J. Odgaard 74'
↓ S. Castro ↑T. Dallinga 83'
85' ↓ S. Gimenez ↑C. Nkunku
Łukasz Skorupski 86'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
AC Milan
Goalkeepers
M. Maignan 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
56
Minutes
Defenders
F. Tomori 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Gabbia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Pavlovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Midfielders
A. Saelemaekers 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
25%
Pass Acc
Y. Fofana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
L. Modric 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
P. Estupinan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
R. Loftus-Cheek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
A. Rabiot 
MAGNET
47
Activity
47
Activity
27
Passes
20
Duels
S. Gimenez
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
BENCH
P. Terracciano
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
34
Minutes
M. Pittarella
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. De Winter 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Z. Athekame
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Odogu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Bartesaghi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Ricci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Pulisic
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
9%
Pass Acc
C. Nkunku
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Balentien
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bologna
Goalkeepers
L. Skorupski
MAGNET
59
Activity
59
Activity
58
Passes
1
Duels
Defenders
N. Zortea
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
T. Heggem
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Lucumi
MAGNET
92
Activity
92
Activity
80
Passes
12
Duels
C. Lykogiannis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Midfielders
G. Fabbian 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
L. Ferguson
MAGNET
112
Activity
112
Activity
102
Passes
10
Duels
R. Freuler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
R. Orsolini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
S. Castro
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
N. Cambiaghi
PROVOCATEUR
7
Fouls Won
7
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
F. Ravaglia
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
U. Happonen
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
B. Tomasevic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. De Silvestri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Miranda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Vitik
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Moro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Bernardeschi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Rowe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Odgaard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Dallinga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Dominguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/09/2025 | AC Milan | 1 - 0 | Bologna | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 14/05/2025 | AC Milan | 0 - 1 | Bologna | Coppa Italia | Stadio Olimpico |
| 09/05/2025 | AC Milan | 3 - 1 | Bologna | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 27/02/2025 | Bologna | 2 - 1 | AC Milan | Serie A | Stadio Renato Dall'Ara |
| 27/01/2024 | AC Milan | 2 - 2 | Bologna | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 21/08/2023 | Bologna | 0 - 2 | AC Milan | Serie A | Stadio Renato Dall'Ara |
AC Milan Win
Bologna Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -4
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 27 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Modrić Masterclass Outshines Bologna's Possession Play
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 35/100. AC Milan secured a crucial three points at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza as defensive discipline and a moment of veteran brilliance overcame Bologna's territorial dominance.
Tactical Stalemate and Territorial Control
The match began with a fascinating tactical setup where Bologna surprisingly dominated possession, controlling 61% of the ball. However, their intricate passing patterns lacked the necessary penetration to break down a resilient AC Milan defensive block. The visitors failed to register a single shot on target throughout the encounter, highlighting a significant lack of Upset Factor despite their comfort on the ball. Milan, playing in front of a demanding home crowd, focused on maintaining a solid Balance, absorbing pressure and looking for opportunities through set-pieces. With 11 total corners in the match, the air was thick with tension as both sides engaged in a high-stakes chess match in the middle of the pitch.
The Breakthrough at San Siro
The defining moment arrived in the 61st minute, disrupting the equilibrium of the game. A swift attacking move involving A. Saelemaekers provided the opening for Luka Modrić to showcase his enduring class. The Croatian midfielder found space in the box and clinically finished to give the Rossoneri the lead. This goal forced the match into a new phase where the Stakes were heightened for a desperate Bologna side. Modrić’s influence was undeniable, earning an 8.7 match rating by not only scoring but also providing two key passes that stretched the visiting defense. His ability to find pockets of space amidst the congested midfield proved to be the difference-maker in a tight affair.
VAR Intervention and Defensive Resolve
As the clock ticked toward full-time, the match Intensity surged. In the 88th minute, a major talking point emerged when Christopher Nkunku appeared to have won a penalty for the home side. The referee's initial decision was met with fierce protest from the visitors, leading to a crucial VAR review. The technology eventually overturned the penalty call, offering Bologna a lifeline in the final moments. Nevertheless, Milan's backline remained impenetrable, successfully nullifying every late cross and long ball. The final whistle confirmed a 1-0 victory for AC Milan, a result that propels them up the table and consolidates their pursuit of a top-four finish, while leaving the visitors to rue their inability to convert possession into genuine threats.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR overturned an 88th-minute penalty awarded to Christopher Nkunku, preventing AC Milan from potentially doubling their lead late on.
What made Luka Modrić the Man of the Match?
Modrić scored the winning goal, maintained an 85% pass accuracy, and recorded an 8.7 rating as the game's creative hub.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Milan's Pursuit of the Scudetto at the Meazza
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. This match is a mandatory hurdle for AC Milan to clear if they are to sustain their legitimate title race ambitions.
The Setup
The campaign reaches a critical juncture as AC Milan welcomes Bologna to the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza. Sitting comfortably in second place, the Rossoneri boast a Stars rating of 8.2, reflecting a squad brimming with elite talent like Rafael Leão and C. Pulišić. While the Stakes score remains modest due to the early season context, the psychological weight of the title race is palpable. Bologna arrives with a fragile Form profile, having struggled to find consistency under pressure, leaving them vulnerable against a peaking home side.
Key Battle
Tactically, this encounter will be defined by the home side's high-octane offensive transitions against a compact defensive unit. Without individual match-ups provided, the focus shifts to a unit-vs-unit struggle: Milan's creative midfield engine vs. Bologna's defensive resilience. The visitors will rely heavily on J. Lucumí to anchor the backline, while Milan will look to utilize the pace of their wingers to disrupt Bologna's defensive Balance.
Our Prediction
Expect AC Milan to control the tempo from the opening whistle. The gulf in quality and momentum suggests a professional 2-0 home victory. Bologna may resist early on, but the individual brilliance of Milan's frontline should inevitably break the deadlock as the visitors' fatigue sets in.