AC Milan took a significant step toward securing a UEFA Champions League place with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Genoa, Softfootball reports.
This comes after AC Milan endured a frustrating afternoon on Sunday, May 3, 2026, as they slumped to a 2-0 defeat against US Sassuolo at the MAPEI Stadium. And Milan also confirm they will part ways with their sporting director Igli Tare at the end of the 2025/26 season.
After a slow first half, Milan found their breakthrough when Christopher Nkunku won and converted a penalty early in the second half. The Rossoneri doubled their advantage later on through Zachary Athekame, whose powerful strike from the edge of the box gave the visitors breathing space.
Genoa mounted late pressure and pulled one back through Johan Vásquez, setting up a tense finale. However, Milan held firm to secure a crucial three points in their push for a top-four finish.
Managed by Massimiliano Allegri, Milan showed resilience despite periods of inconsistency, particularly as they sat deeper late on and absorbed sustained pressure from the hosts.
The victory sparked widespread reactions across social media, with fans praising Milan’s determination while acknowledging the tension surrounding their late defensive struggles.
dolvic says why will a club like Milan be struggling to get to the champions league
Milan shouldn’t be struggling to qualify for UCL Honestly, there was a time when Milan were favorite to win the league this season.
tobyloba says Milan should sack their manager
Club we dey ment. I just dey look them. Their manager should be thoroughly washed out. You had only one draw at a point in time. Now you’re typing, it’s still in our hand. MAKE DEM NO CURSE PERSON WITH AC MILAN OOO
ayobami calls the match awful
Awful match still. Struggling to string three passes together in a row. Couldn’t create a decent chance in the entire first half. Enough of this Haram Ball BS!!
milanissimo says they haven’t won any trophy
“Sill in our hands” what??!? Remember that we haven’t won any trophies. For years. Loser management that is only concerned with income. GET OUT OF THIS CLUB YOU BLOODSUCKERS
asel says Milan played bad
You guys played a bad calcio recent weeks. Not only that. Milan sucks in 2026 If Milan make it to ucl next season. U guys still sucks. Another bad performance today
The result lifts Milan back into third place following Juventus’s defeat, although they still require a positive result in the final round to guarantee Champions League qualification.
