Serie A: Leao Leads Milan to Serie A Summit

Lazio's late penalty claim denied in narrow defeat

AC Milan climbed to the top of Serie A with a narrow 1-0 win over Lazio, thanks to Rafael Leao's decisive goal. Leao's strike proved enough for Milan, who held on despite Lazio's late pressure and a controversial penalty claim.

Lazio's late pressure almost paid off, with a penalty claim in the dying seconds...

Rafael Leao's goal was enough to secure a narrow 1-0 win for AC Milan, sending them top of Serie A. This win extends Milan's unbeaten run to 13 games across all competitions, with eight clean sheets in the process.

Lazio had been on a roll, picking up 10 points from their last five league games, but Milan's defense proved too strong. The visitors had plenty of possession, but struggled to create clear-cut chances, and Leao's goal made the difference.

AC Milan's chances of taking the lead were thwarted by Mike Maignan's incredible save, palming Mario Gila's header onto the crossbar. The French goalkeeper's world-class stop kept the visitors in the game.

The game settled into an even contest, with both teams creating limited chances. Milan maintained their record of not conceding in the opening 25 minutes, but Le Aquile will be frustrated after coming close to taking the lead.

AC Milan's struggles to create scoring opportunities continued, with goalkeeper Mike Maignan making a crucial save to keep out Mattia Zaccagni's shot from a tight angle. The hosts were struggling to click, and by halftime, they hadn't managed a single shot on target, leaving coach Massimiliano Allegri with limited options for the second half.

The first half was a challenge for Milan, with Lazio's pressure testing their defense. Despite Maignan's heroics, the team was yet to find their rhythm, and the lack of shots on target was a concern heading into the break.

AC Milan took the lead six minutes after the restart, with Rafael Leao scoring from Fikayo Tomori's pinpoint cross. The home fans were over the moon, but Lazio continued to push for an equalizer.

A win takes the Rossoneri top for the time being! 🔝#MilanLazio pic.twitter.com/p57S5zSTqV

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) 

November 29, 2025

Lazio's pressure wasn't rewarded, and Milan's urgency to kill off the game grew. Youssouf Fofana had a chance to equalize, but his effort was wayward, and Leao's header forced a good save from Provedel.

Lazio's late pressure almost paid off, with a penalty claim in the dying seconds, but it was waved away. AC Milan held on for a narrow 1-0 win, with Rafael Leao's goal proving decisive.

Tomori is the Panini Player of the Match 🏆 pic.twitter.com/BjWwMycYnQ

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) November 29, 2025

The drama wasn't over, as Massimiliano Allegri was sent off in the closing minutes, but it didn't change the result. Milan's unbeaten home run continues, with six wins and one draw from seven games.

Napoli needs a draw or a one-goal win against Roma tomorrow to top the Serie A table by the end of 2025. Lazio, currently eighth, is struggling on the road, having failed to score in six of their last seven away games, including their last four matches - their worst streak since 2012.