San Siro, Milan — October 24, 2025
In a dramatic Serie A encounter, AC Milan were held to a 2–2 draw at home by bottom-placed Pisa, with substitute Zachary Athekame scoring a stoppage-time equaliser to prevent what would have been a significant upset.
Match Overview
Milan took an early lead in the 7th minute through Rafael Leão, who capitalised on a defensive lapse. However, the hosts struggled to maintain their advantage. Midway through the second half, Pisa equalised via a penalty by Juan Cuadrado, awarded after a handball by Milan’s Koni De Winter. The match took another twist in the 86th minute when M’Bala Nzola put Pisa ahead, seemingly on the verge of their first win of the season.
With time running out, Milan’s hopes of extending their unbeaten run appeared dashed. Yet, in the 93rd minute, Athekame unleashed a powerful long-range shot that found the back of the net, securing a point for the Rossoneri.
Team News and Performance
Milan were without key players Christian Pulisic, sidelined with a hamstring injury, and Ruben Loftus-Cheek, who missed the match due to a muscle strain. Despite dominating possession with 67.4% and registering 20 shots, Milan’s attacking efforts lacked precision. Leão’s early strike was their only successful attempt, while Alexis Saelemaekers and Leão himself had efforts saved or narrowly missed later in the game.
Pisa, on the other hand, showed resilience. Their defensive organisation and opportunistic attacking play nearly earned them their first victory of the season.
Post-Match Reactions
Milan midfielder Luka Modrić expressed disappointment over the dropped points, acknowledging the team’s underperformance. Coach Massimiliano Allegri will be looking to address the defensive lapses and ensure a more cohesive performance in upcoming fixtures.
Standings Implications
Despite the draw, Milan remain at the top of the Serie A standings with 17 points, two ahead of Inter Milan, Napoli, and Roma. Pisa’s point lifts them to 18th place, still in search of their first win.
Looking Ahead
Milan will aim to return to winning ways in their next match, focusing on improving their finishing and defensive solidity. The team’s ability to bounce back from this setback will be crucial as they continue their pursuit of the Scudetto.
