Serie A Regular Season - 17
AC Milan 3 - 0 FT Hellas Verona
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
45' C. Pulisic (A. Rabiot)
HT
↓ D. Mosquera ↑A. Sarr 46'
↓ Giovane ↑G. Orban 46'
48' C. Nkunku
53' C. Nkunku
↓ D. Bradaric ↑N. Valentini 65'
70' ↓ L. Modric ↑A. Jashari
71' ↓ R. Loftus-Cheek ↑Y. Fofana
↓ D. Oyegoke ↑S. Serdar 75'
76' ↓ C. Pulisic ↑S. Ricci
76' ↓ A. Saelemaekers ↑Z. Athekame
↓ Al Musrati ↑A. Harroui 84'
86' ↓ F. Tomori ↑D. Odogu
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
AC Milan
Goalkeepers
M. Maignan 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
F. Tomori
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
K. De Winter 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
S. Pavlovic 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
A. Saelemaekers
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
R. Loftus-Cheek
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
L. Modric 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
42%
Pass Acc
A. Rabiot
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
D. Bartesaghi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
C. Nkunku 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.3
Rating
C. Pulisic 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
P. Terracciano 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
L. Torriani
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
P. Estupinan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Z. Athekame
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Odogu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Ricci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Fofana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Jashari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Castiello
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Verona
Goalkeepers
L. Montipo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
U. Nunez
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
V. Nelsson 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.9
Rating
A. Bella-Kotchap
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
D. Oyegoke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
C. Niasse
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Al Musrati
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
84
Entry
A. Bernede
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Bradaric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Forwards
Giovane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
D. Mosquera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
S. Perilli
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
G. Toniolo
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
N. Valentini
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
T. Slotsager
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Ebosse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Cham
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Santiago
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Serdar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Kastanos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Harroui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Gagliardini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Sarr
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Orban
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Ajayi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/02/2025 | AC Milan | 1 - 0 | Verona | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 20/12/2024 | Verona | 0 - 1 | AC Milan | Serie A | Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi |
| 17/03/2024 | Verona | 1 - 3 | AC Milan | Serie A | Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi |
| 23/09/2023 | AC Milan | 1 - 0 | Verona | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 04/06/2023 | AC Milan | 3 - 1 | Verona | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 16/10/2022 | Verona | 1 - 2 | AC Milan | Serie A | Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi |
| 08/05/2022 | Verona | 1 - 3 | AC Milan | Serie A | Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi |
| 16/10/2021 | AC Milan | 3 - 2 | Verona | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 07/03/2021 | Verona | 0 - 2 | AC Milan | Serie A | Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi |
AC Milan Win
Hellas Verona Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +22
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 17 GD: +11
P: 17 GD: +9
P: 17 GD: +8
P: 17 GD: +11
P: 17 GD: +8
P: 17 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: +1
P: 17 GD: +1
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -11
P: 17 GD: -5
P: 17 GD: -7
P: 17 GD: -12
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -13
P: 17 GD: -12
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
Rossoneri Rampage: Nkunku Double Torches Verona
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. A ruthless eight-minute scoring spree confirmed AC Milan's title credentials while leaving Verona rooted in the relegation mire.
Early Deadlock and the Breakthrough
The Stadio Giuseppe Meazza set the stage for a clash of contrasting ambitions as AC Milan hosted a struggling Verona. With significant Stakes involved for Milan's pursuit of the summit, the opening minutes were characterized by a cautious Balance, as the visitors looked to frustrate the giants with a low block. Luka Modrić was instrumental in the middle of the park, pulling the strings and searching for an opening against the stubborn defense. It took until the stroke of half-time for the deadlock to break, when a precise ball from A. Rabiot found C. Pulisic, who slotted home in the 45th minute to give the Rossoneri a vital lead going into the break.
The Nkunku Storm Decides the Match
What followed was a clinical eight-minute blitz that left the visitors reeling and unable to recover. The Intensity displayed by the home side immediately after the restart was overwhelming for a side fighting a relegation battle. In the 48th minute, a penalty was awarded following a period of sustained pressure, and Christopher Nkunku made no mistake from the spot to double the advantage. Before Verona could even catch their breath or adjust their tactics, Nkunku struck again in the 53rd minute, completing a rapid-fire brace. This sequence effectively ended any hope of an Upset, demonstrating Milan's predatory instincts and turning a tight encounter into a dominant display of superiority.
Dominance and Table Implications
Having established a commanding three-goal cushion, AC Milan edged possession with 52% and expertly managed the remaining minutes. The defensive unit was rarely troubled, restricting Verona to just a single shot on target throughout the entire match. This result cements Milan's position in the title race, keeping the pressure on the leaders with an impressive run of form. For the visitors, the outlook remains bleak as they remain stuck in 18th place, facing a difficult path to safety. The evening belonged to the Rossoneri faithful at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, who celebrated a professional performance that underlined their team's status as one of the elite forces in the league this season.
Key Questions
What does this mean for AC Milan's season?
This victory keeps Milan firmly in second place with 38 points, sustaining their title challenge and confirming their excellent form with four wins in their last five matches.
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 Scudetto Ambitions Face Survival Desperation
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 60/100. This is a classic David vs. Goliath encounter where Milan's pursuit of the summit meets Verona’s fight for top-flight oxygen.
The Setup
AC Milan enter this December 28 clash at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza as heavy favourites, sitting second in the table with 50 points. A Stakes rating of 7.0 underscores the importance of every point in a relentless title race. Conversely, Verona occupy the bottom spot, showing a Form score of 5.5 that reflects their struggle to find consistency. The Stars rating of 8.5 is dominated by Milan's attacking core, featuring Rafael Leão and the prolific Christian Pulišić, against a Verona side that has conceded 41 goals this season.
Key Battle
The outcome will likely be decided by whether Christian Pulišić can exploit the space left by a desperate Verona defence. Pulišić is peaking at the right time, while Verona will rely on Giovane to provide a spark on the counter-attack. With 2 goals and an assist in his recent outings, Giovane is the visitors' most potent threat, but he faces a daunting task against a backline protected by Mike Maignan. The tactical Balance is heavily skewed towards the home side's offensive width.
Our Prediction
Expect Milan to dictate the tempo from the opening whistle. Verona’s low block will be tested early, and the quality of Milan's final ball should see the deadlock broken before the half-hour mark. A 3-0 victory for the Rossoneri is the most probable outcome, as their superior technical depth will eventually overwhelm a Verona side that looks short on confidence and defensive cohesion.