Milan Dominates Lecce 3-0, Advances in Coppa Italia

AC Milan cruises into Coppa Italia last 16 with 3-0 win

AC Milan secures a spot in the last 16 of the Coppa Italia with a convincing 3-0 win over Lecce, thanks to goals from Gimenez, Nkunku, and Pulisic.

With this win, AC Milan advances to the last 16 of the Coppa Italia, where they'll face Lazio at the Olimpico...

AC Milan secured a spot in the last 16 of the Coppa Italia with a convincing 3-0 victory over Lecce at the San Siro. The Rossoneri's win was marked by impressive performances from Santiago Gimenez, Christopher Nkunku, and Christian Pulisic, who scored the three goals that sealed the deal.

The match took a crucial turn when Lecce's Jamil Siebert was given a straight red card in the 14th minute for a last-man foul on Nkunku. This defensive mistake allowed Milan to take control, and they capitalized on the advantage when Gimenez scored his first goal for the club in the 20th minute, finishing a precise cross from Davide Bartesaghi.

The second half saw Milan continue their dominance, with Nkunku scoring an acrobatic goal in the 51st minute off a beautifully curled cross from Alexis Saelemaekers. Pulisic, who came on as a substitute, sealed the win with a clinical finish four minutes later, showcasing his skill and composure in front of goal.

With this win, AC Milan advances to the last 16 of the Coppa Italia, where they'll face Lazio at the Olimpico. The match is expected to be a tough test for Milan, but their recent performance suggests they're building momentum.

AC Milan quickly capitalized on their numerical advantage, with Gimenez directing a shot home from close range just two minutes later. This goal gave Milan the momentum they needed to take control of the match.

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The Rossoneri continued to dominate the game, with Adrien Rabiot and Ruben Loftus-Cheek both hitting the woodwork. Their persistence paid off when Christopher Nkunku scored an acrobatic volley at the back post, doubling Milan's lead on 51 minutes and putting the game out of reach for their opponents.

Christian Pulisic made a significant impact after replacing Christopher Nkunku just after the hour mark. He scored a crucial goal in the 64th minute, tucking away Youssouf Fofana's cross, which effectively put the match out of Lecce's reach. This goal showcases Pulisic's ability to make a difference in high-pressure situations.

Upcoming Matches

AC Milan's next challenge will be against Lazio in the third round, although the exact date for this match isn't specified in the available information. However, Milan's upcoming fixtures include matches against Napoli on September 28, 2025, and Juventus on October 5, 2025.

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