The match between Fiorentina and Milan was marked by a series of unexpected events and notable performances. The *Viola* managed to carve out an advantage, inflicting a 2-1 defeat on the *Rossoneri*, thus interrupting their consecutive winning streak in the league. Here are the details of this captivating encounter.
A bitter defeat for Milan
Milan fails to capitalize on the opportunity to climb the standings and suffers a second consecutive defeat, following the one in the Champions League against Leverkusen. Coach Fonseca must face decisive errors, including two missed penalties by *Theo Hernandez* and *Tammy Abraham*, complicating the team’s situation due to recent injuries. Milan, traditionally strong at home, seems to be losing its shine away.
Key moments of the match
Fiorentina, with a revamped team, showed resilience. The game began to intensify when *Kean* earned a penalty due to a foul by *Hernandez*. However, his shot was saved by *Maignan*, a situation that could have revived hopes for the Rossoneri. In the 39th minute, former Milan player *Adli* scored a superb goal, putting the score at 1-0 before halftime.
Milan tried to respond in the second half. After increased pressure, the reward came when *Pulisic* equalized with a magnificent volley in the 56th minute. However, this equalizer did not last long, as *Kean*, still struggling, gave *Gudmundsson* the chance to score. The latter did not hesitate and netted the decisive goal, sending the *Franchi* stadium into joyous uproar.
Exceptional performance by De Gea
*David De Gea* was crucial for Fiorentina, not only saving a penalty but also several dangerous shots. His saves preserved the advantage for the Florentines at the end of the match. Despite Milan’s final attempts to get back on the score sheet, the goalkeeper managed to keep his team afloat and contributed to this valuable victory.
Conclusion and outlook
This 2-1 victory allows Fiorentina to position itself more comfortably in the championship race, while Milan will need to conduct a serious introspection before their upcoming matches. The mistakes of the Rossoneri, particularly regarding penalties, highlight tactical challenges that need to be addressed. Both teams now have work to do in preparation for their next encounters as the league continues.
Source : www.gazzetta.it