AC Milan Climbs to First Place as Juventus Stumbles
AC Milan’s bid to secure the top spot in Serie A faltered as they squandered a two-goal lead against Parma, resulting in a 2-2 draw. Meanwhile, Juventus struggled to find the net in a goalless draw against Torino.
AC Milan vs. Parma: Key Match Events
In this crucial match, Milan had a bright start. Alexis Saelemaekers opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a precise strike from outside the penalty area. Saelemaekers then won a penalty, which Rafael Leao converted, extending Milan’s lead.
However, Parma responded just before halftime. Adrian Bernabe scored with a curling shot in stoppage time, reducing the gap to one goal. The second half saw Parma build momentum, and they equalized in the 62nd minute when Enrico Delprato headed in a cross after Mateo Pellegrino hit the crossbar.
Despite chances for Milan to regain the lead—most notably from Christian Pulisic and Saelemaekers—neither could find the back of the net. The draw left Milan on 22 points, tied with Napoli, having played one more match.
Juventus’ Continued Struggles
Juventus faced a difficult outing against Torino, ending in a frustrating 0-0 draw. This match marked Luciano Spalletti’s third game in charge, highlighting the team’s inconsistent form this season.
- Juventus took 22 shots but could not convert any into goals.
- They remain in fifth place on the Serie A table with 19 points.
Serie A Standings Overview
| Team | Points | Matches Played |
|---|---|---|
| AC Milan | 22 | 8 |
| Napoli | 22 | 7 |
| Juventus | 19 | 8 |
The recent results have intensified the competition at the top of Serie A. AC Milan aims to recover and solidify their position, while Juventus seeks to find consistency in their performance moving forward.
