Serie A: AC Milan Extend Unbeaten Run with 1-0 Derby della Madonnina Win

AC Milan edge Inter in thrilling derby

AC Milan secured a crucial 1-0 win over Inter Milan in the Derby della Madonnina, with Christian Pulisic scoring the decisive goal. Mike Maignan's spectacular penalty save denied Inter an equalizer, securing Milan's 1-0 win and extending their unbeaten league run to 11 games.

Maignan was the hero, diving to his left to save Hakan Calhanoglu's penalty...

AC Milan secured a crucial 1-0 win over Inter Milan in the Derby della Madonnina, extending their unbeaten league run to 11 games (7 wins, 4 draws). Christian Pulisic scored the decisive goal, and Mike Maignan made a spectacular penalty save to deny Inter an equalizer.

Inter dominated the early minutes, with chances falling to Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez, but Maignan's exceptional goalkeeping kept Milan in the game. Pulisic's goal came nine minutes into the second half, and Maignan's penalty save from Hakan Calhanoglu sealed the win for Milan.

The victory moves AC Milan up to second spot, level with defending champions Napoli, while Inter slips to fourth place. The win is a significant boost for Milan's title hopes, and they'll look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches.

Marcus Thuram's brilliant diving header was parried to safety by Mike Maignan, denying Inter an early goal. The Rossoneri were made to work hard, with Francesco Acerbi's header also hitting the post, a lucky escape for them.

Inter continued to dominate possession and create chances, with Maignan making another crucial save to push away Lautaro Martinez's volley. The first half was an end-to-end affair, with both teams showing attacking intent.

Alexis Saelemaekers' left-footed strike flew over the bar, but Christian Pulisic's long-range effort was inches wide, a great chance missed. Milan's chances were limited, but they had a few moments, and they capitalized on one of them.

Pulisic scored the decisive goal, tapping in a rebound from Saelemaekers' shot, nine minutes into the second half. It was a clever finish from the American, and Milan's first goal in the game. The goal gave them the lead, and they held on to it, thanks to Maignan's heroics.

Three points for @acmilan in the Derby della Madonnina! 🔴⚫️🔥#InterMilan pic.twitter.com/JfbZ2nSyC5

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) November 23, 2025

Milan continued to push, with Youssouf Fofana testing Yann Sommer, but Inter's pressure increased as they pushed for an equalizer. The game was on a knife's edge, with Strahinja Pavlovic's penalty concession turning the tide in Inter's favor.

Hakan Calhanoglu stepped up to take the penalty, but Mike Maignan was equal to it, making a spectacular save to deny Inter the equalizer. The crowd held its breath as Maignan produced a stunning stop, keeping Milan's lead intact.

Maignan was the hero, diving to his left to save Hakan Calhanoglu's penalty. The crowd gasped, but Maignan's quick reactions kept Milan ahead. It was a massive moment in the game, and Maignan's save will be remembered for a long time.

Milan's win secured bragging rights, with an unbeaten run of six games against Inter (4 wins, 2 draws). The victory moves them up to second in the table, above their city rivals, who drop to fourth.

Describe Mike Maignan's performance in one word! 👇#InterMilan pic.twitter.com/Lo8jNywhqS

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) November 23, 2025

Inter's three-match winning streak in Serie A comes to an end, and they'll look to bounce back from this defeat. Milan, on the other hand, continue their unbeaten run, with 11 games without a loss (7 wins, 4 draws).