Serie A: Juventus and AC Milan Held to 0-0 Draw in Turin
Juventus and AC Milan failed to find the net in a 0-0 stalemate, with Pulisic blazing his spot-kick over the bar.
The 0-0 draw ended AC Milan's impressive five-game winning streak across all competitions...
Juventus and AC Milan played out a goalless draw at the Allianz Stadium, with the Bianconeri remaining undefeated in Serie A this season. This marks Juventus' fifth successive draw in all competitions, extending their unbeaten run to 11 league matches.
Massimiliano Allegri's Milan side faced their former club for the first time since Allegri's departure, and the match was well-balanced in the opening stages. Both teams seemed cautious, focusing on feeling each other out. Christian Pulisic had an early opportunity, dribbling into the box but losing his footing, and Santiago Gimenez's glancing header flew wide of the far post.
The game gained momentum in the second half, with Mike Maignan making a crucial save to deny Federico Gatti from point-blank range. Pulisic later missed a penalty kick, blazing the ball over the bar after a foul on Gimenez. Rafael Leao also had a chance to score but dragged his shot wide after a beautiful pass from Luka Modric.
The game started at a slow pace until Christian Pulisic injected some life into the proceedings. The Chelsea forward won the ball in his own half and made a quick run into the box, but unfortunately lost his footing and couldn't get a shot off. This moment highlighted Pulisic's influence on the game.
As the match progressed, AC Milan began to look more threatening. Santiago Gimenez had a promising chance, beating several defenders before unleashing a powerful shot that was saved by Michele Di Gregorio. This effort showed Milan's intent to break the deadlock and take the lead.
Juventus struggled to create clear-cut chances before halftime but came close to scoring when Jonathan David slipped at a crucial moment, denying them a potential lead. Instead, the teams remained level, with AC Milan's Santiago Gimenez having a glancing header sail wide of the far post.
The second half was more eventful, with Mike Maignan making a spectacular reaction save to deny Federico Gatti's point-blank header. This stop was a crucial moment in the game, showcasing Maignan's exceptional goalkeeping skills and keeping the score goalless. The intense action continued as both teams pushed for a winner.
It ends goalless in Turin ❌#JuveMilan pic.twitter.com/EnuVRWwudx
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Milan had a golden chance to take the lead when Luka Modric's clever pass into the box led to a penalty. However, Christian Pulisic failed to convert the spot-kick, blazing the ball over the bar. This miss was a significant moment, as Milan had scored in six of their previous seven games this season.
Despite Pulisic's miss, Milan continued to press the Juventus defense, maintaining a strong attacking presence. As the hour mark approached, they remained a threat, with substitute Rafael Leao attempting an audacious chip from halfway, showcasing the team's creativity and determination to break the deadlock.
Both managers made attacking substitutions, indicating their desire for a winner. Despite a strong finish from Juventus, neither team could find the breakthrough. AC Milan's Rafael Leão came close with a dragged shot in the six-yard area, and Juventus had a late opportunity on the counter, but their effort was scuffed, ultimately leaving the match goalless.
The 0-0 draw ended AC Milan's impressive five-game winning streak across all competitions. Milan now sits third in the Serie A standings, two points behind the top two. Despite their strong run, they couldn't capitalize on the opportunity to return to the summit.
For Juventus, the draw extended their unbeaten league run to 11 matches, dating back to last season (W6, D5). However, the Bianconeri dropped further behind the top teams, now a point adrift in fifth place. Despite the unbeaten run, Juventus will be disappointed not to have secured a win.
Here's how the table looks ahead of the International Break 📊 pic.twitter.com/UuprwzYxMD
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Match Statistics and Standings
The draw maintains Juventus' fifth position in the league, while Milan remains in third, two points behind leaders Napoli and Roma. Juventus now has 11 points from five matches, with three wins and two draws.
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