Serie A Regular Season - 4

Udinese 0 - 3 FT AC Milan

Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli

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Futmetrix Verdict
49
FT
Sat, Sep 20
Italiano
Udinese
0-3
AC Milan
⚡ Intensity 39
⚖️ Balance 15
🏆 Stakes 67
🎲 Upset 60
Pulisic masterclass as Milan cruise past Udinese.

Pulisic Masterclass Silences Bluenergy Stadium in Milan Rout

Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. A devastating thirteen-minute goal flurry led by Christian Pulisic saw AC Milan dismantle Udinese and cement their position in the upper echelons of the Serie A table.

Tactical Supremacy at the Friuli

From the opening exchanges at the Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli, AC Milan established a firm grip on proceedings. The visitors dominated possession with a 60% share, circulating the ball with precision to stretch the Udinese defensive block. An early Balance rating of 2.4 reflected a period where both goalkeepers remained alert, combining for eight saves throughout the match to keep the scoreline tight initially. Alexis Saelemaekers provided a vital spark in the midfield, knitting play together and ensuring the Rossoneri remained patient against a compact home side that looked to hit on the counter but struggled to find an outlet.

Thirteen Minutes of Clinical Efficiency

The match swung decisively in Milan's favour during a ruthless burst of offensive brilliance, driving the Intensity to a score of 6.3. Christian Pulišić broke the deadlock in the 40th minute, finishing a well-worked move to give the visitors a deserved lead. The momentum carried directly into the second half; within sixty seconds of the restart, Pulisic turned provider for Y. Fofana to double the advantage. This rapid-fire sequence left Udinese shell-shocked, as their defensive shape disintegrated under the pressure of Milan's quick transitions and superior individual quality in the final third.

Pulisic Secures the Points

The final blow landed in the 53rd minute when Christian Pulišić grabbed his second of the night, expertly set up by A. Rabiot. With a three-goal lead established, Milan shifted into game-management mode, effectively neutralizing any threat from the hosts. The Stakes were high with a score of 7.0, and this result lifts the Rossoneri to 12 points, placing them firmly in the title conversation. While Udinese managed 10 shots, their lack of clinical edge compared to Pulisic’s masterclass was the defining factor, leaving them ninth in the standings and searching for answers after a heavy home defeat.

Key Questions

What made Christian Pulišić the Man of the Match?

Pulišić earned a 9.0 rating by scoring twice and assisting another, proving to be the clinical difference-maker in a dominant attacking display.

What does this mean for Udinese's season?

The 0-3 loss highlights Udinese's defensive vulnerabilities against elite opposition, keeping them in mid-table as they look to regain their earlier form.

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.

Match Statistics

Possession
40%
60%
Udinese 40%
AC Milan 60%
Shots
10
13
Udinese 10
AC Milan 13
Shots on Target
4
6
Udinese 4
AC Milan 6
Expected Goals (xG)
0.34
1.44
Udinese 0.34
AC Milan 1.44
Passes
393
607
Udinese 393
AC Milan 607
Pass Accuracy
89%
91%
Udinese 89%
AC Milan 91%
Corners
1
4
Udinese 1
AC Milan 4
Fouls
9
7
Udinese 9
AC Milan 7
Yellow Cards
2
0
Udinese 2
AC Milan 0
Red Cards
0
0
Udinese 0
AC Milan 0

Match Events

30' 🟨 Arthur Atta
C. Pulisic âš˝ 40'
HT
46' 🔄 ↓ I. Bravo ↑A. Buksa
Y. Fofana (C. Pulisic) âš˝ 46'
50' 🟨 Jordan Zemura
C. Pulisic (A. Rabiot) âš˝ 53'
59' 🔄 ↓ K. Davis ↑N. Zaniolo
59' 🔄 ↓ K. Ehizibue ↑A. Zanoli
59' 🔄 ↓ J. Ekkelenkamp ↑R. Modesto
↓ S. Gimenez ↑C. Nkunku 🔄 62'
↓ C. Pulisic ↑R. Loftus-Cheek 🔄 63'
↓ S. Pavlovic ↑K. De Winter 🔄 68'
↓ Y. Fofana ↑S. Ricci 🔄 68'
81' 🔄 ↓ A. Atta ↑L. Miller
↓ L. Modric ↑Z. Athekame 🔄 81'
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Udinese

Goalkeepers
R. Sava
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
K. Ehizibue
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
T. Kristensen
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Solet
MAGNET
MAGNET
85
Activity
85
Activity
80
Passes
5
Duels
J. Zemura
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
J. Ekkelenkamp
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
J. Karlstrom
SWEEPER
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
O. Zarraga
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Atta
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
Forwards
K. Davis
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
I. Bravo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
A. Nunziante
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
G. Venuti
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Goglichidze
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Kamara
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Bertola
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Palma
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Kabasele
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Zanoli
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Zaniolo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Piotrowski
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Miller
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
R. Modesto
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Gueye
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Buksa
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry

AC Milan

Goalkeepers
P. Terracciano
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
F. Tomori
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
M. Gabbia
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Pavlovic
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Midfielders
A. Saelemaekers
MAGNET
MAGNET
69
Activity
69
Activity
60
Passes
9
Duels
Y. Fofana
SNIPER
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
L. Modric
MAGNET
MAGNET
98
Activity
98
Activity
90
Passes
8
Duels
A. Rabiot
MAGNET
MAGNET
85
Activity
85
Activity
73
Passes
12
Duels
P. Estupinan
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
47%
Pass Acc
Forwards
S. Gimenez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
C. Pulisic
HITMAN
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
3
On Target
9
Rating
BENCH
M. Pittarella
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
L. Torriani
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. De Winter
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Z. Athekame
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Odogu
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Bartesaghi
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Ricci
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Loftus-Cheek
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Nkunku
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Balentien
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
11/04/2025 Udinese 0 - 4 AC Milan Serie A Bluenergy Stadium
19/10/2024 AC Milan 1 - 0 Udinese Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
20/01/2024 Udinese 2 - 3 AC Milan Serie A Bluenergy Stadium
04/11/2023 AC Milan 0 - 1 Udinese Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
18/03/2023 Udinese 3 - 1 AC Milan Serie A Dacia Arena
13/08/2022 AC Milan 4 - 2 Udinese Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
25/02/2022 AC Milan 1 - 1 Udinese Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
11/12/2021 Udinese 1 - 1 AC Milan Serie A Dacia Arena
03/03/2021 AC Milan 1 - 1 Udinese Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
11/04/2025
Serie A Bluenergy Stadium
19/10/2024
Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
20/01/2024
Serie A Bluenergy Stadium
04/11/2023
Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
18/03/2023
Serie A Dacia Arena
13/08/2022
Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
25/02/2022
Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
11/12/2021
Serie A Dacia Arena
03/03/2021
Serie A Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
Udinese Win
AC Milan Win
Draw

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Napoli 4 12 9 3 +6 WNapoli 3 - 2 Pisa (22-09-2025)WFiorentina 1 - 3 Napoli (13-09-2025)WNapoli 1 - 0 Cagliari (30-08-2025)WSassuolo 0 - 2 Napoli (23-08-2025)
2 Juventus 4 10 8 4 +4 DVerona 1 - 1 Juventus (20-09-2025)WJuventus 4 - 3 Inter (13-09-2025)WGenoa 0 - 1 Juventus (31-08-2025)WJuventus 2 - 0 Parma (24-08-2025)
3 AC Milan 4 9 7 2 +5 WUdinese 0 - 3 AC Milan (20-09-2025)WAC Milan 1 - 0 Bologna (14-09-2025)WLecce 0 - 2 AC Milan (29-08-2025)LAC Milan 1 - 2 Cremonese (23-08-2025)
4 AS Roma 4 9 3 1 +2 WLazio 0 - 1 AS Roma (21-09-2025)LAS Roma 0 - 1 Torino (14-09-2025)WPisa 0 - 1 AS Roma (30-08-2025)WAS Roma 1 - 0 Bologna (23-08-2025)
5 Atalanta 4 8 9 3 +6 WTorino 0 - 3 Atalanta (21-09-2025)WAtalanta 4 - 1 Lecce (14-09-2025)DParma 1 - 1 Atalanta (30-08-2025)DAtalanta 1 - 1 Pisa (24-08-2025)
6 Cremonese 4 8 5 3 +2 DCremonese 0 - 0 Parma (21-09-2025)DVerona 0 - 0 Cremonese (15-09-2025)WCremonese 3 - 2 Sassuolo (29-08-2025)WAC Milan 1 - 2 Cremonese (23-08-2025)
7 Cagliari 4 7 5 3 +2 WLecce 1 - 2 Cagliari (19-09-2025)WCagliari 2 - 0 Parma (13-09-2025)LNapoli 1 - 0 Cagliari (30-08-2025)DCagliari 1 - 1 Fiorentina (24-08-2025)
8 Como 4 7 5 3 +2 WFiorentina 1 - 2 Como (21-09-2025)DComo 1 - 1 Genoa (15-09-2025)LBologna 1 - 0 Como (30-08-2025)WComo 2 - 0 Lazio (24-08-2025)
9 Udinese 4 7 4 5 -1 LUdinese 0 - 3 AC Milan (20-09-2025)WPisa 0 - 1 Udinese (14-09-2025)WInter 1 - 2 Udinese (31-08-2025)DUdinese 1 - 1 Verona (25-08-2025)
10 Inter 4 6 11 7 +4 WInter 2 - 1 Sassuolo (21-09-2025)LJuventus 4 - 3 Inter (13-09-2025)LInter 1 - 2 Udinese (31-08-2025)WInter 5 - 0 Torino (25-08-2025)
11 Bologna 4 6 3 3 0 WBologna 2 - 1 Genoa (20-09-2025)LAC Milan 1 - 0 Bologna (14-09-2025)WBologna 1 - 0 Como (30-08-2025)LAS Roma 1 - 0 Bologna (23-08-2025)
12 Torino 4 4 1 8 -7 LTorino 0 - 3 Atalanta (21-09-2025)WAS Roma 0 - 1 Torino (14-09-2025)DTorino 0 - 0 Fiorentina (31-08-2025)LInter 5 - 0 Torino (25-08-2025)
13 Lazio 4 3 4 4 0 LLazio 0 - 1 AS Roma (21-09-2025)LSassuolo 1 - 0 Lazio (14-09-2025)WLazio 4 - 0 Verona (31-08-2025)LComo 2 - 0 Lazio (24-08-2025)
14 Sassuolo 4 3 4 7 -3 LInter 2 - 1 Sassuolo (21-09-2025)WSassuolo 1 - 0 Lazio (14-09-2025)LCremonese 3 - 2 Sassuolo (29-08-2025)LSassuolo 0 - 2 Napoli (23-08-2025)
15 Verona 4 3 2 6 -4 DVerona 1 - 1 Juventus (20-09-2025)DVerona 0 - 0 Cremonese (15-09-2025)LLazio 4 - 0 Verona (31-08-2025)DUdinese 1 - 1 Verona (25-08-2025)
16 Genoa 4 2 2 4 -2 LBologna 2 - 1 Genoa (20-09-2025)DComo 1 - 1 Genoa (15-09-2025)LGenoa 0 - 1 Juventus (31-08-2025)DGenoa 0 - 0 Lecce (23-08-2025)
17 Fiorentina 4 2 3 6 -3 LFiorentina 1 - 2 Como (21-09-2025)LFiorentina 1 - 3 Napoli (13-09-2025)DTorino 0 - 0 Fiorentina (31-08-2025)DCagliari 1 - 1 Fiorentina (24-08-2025)
18 Parma 4 2 1 5 -4 DCremonese 0 - 0 Parma (21-09-2025)LCagliari 2 - 0 Parma (13-09-2025)DParma 1 - 1 Atalanta (30-08-2025)LJuventus 2 - 0 Parma (24-08-2025)
19 Pisa 4 1 3 6 -3 LNapoli 3 - 2 Pisa (22-09-2025)LPisa 0 - 1 Udinese (14-09-2025)LPisa 0 - 1 AS Roma (30-08-2025)DAtalanta 1 - 1 Pisa (24-08-2025)
20 Lecce 4 1 2 8 -6 LLecce 1 - 2 Cagliari (19-09-2025)LAtalanta 4 - 1 Lecce (14-09-2025)LLecce 0 - 2 AC Milan (29-08-2025)DGenoa 0 - 0 Lecce (23-08-2025)