Sassuolo defeated AC Milan 2-0 on May 3, 2026, at Mapei Stadium in Reggio Emilia. This victory greatly impacts Milan’s hopes for Champions League qualification.
AC Milan is aiming to secure qualification for the next season’s Champions League. They faced Sassuolo on matchday 35 of Serie A, coming off a disappointing 0-0 draw against Juventus. Coach Massimiliano Allegri expressed the need for six more points to guarantee their spot in the tournament.
Sassuolo opened the scoring early in the match. Andrea Pinamonti, their top goalscorer, netted his fourth goal of the season. The game took a turn when Fikayo Tomori received a red card early in the first half, leaving Milan at a disadvantage.
Key statistics from the match:
- Sassuolo scored 2 goals.
- AC Milan failed to score any goals.
- Fikayo Tomori received a red card.
Allegri noted that Tomori’s dismissal hindered their performance. He stated, “Milan look like a completely different team and there is a complete lack of ideas.” Observers are concerned about Milan’s form as they have won only four of their last ten league games.
The defeat leaves AC Milan needing to regroup quickly. They must focus on their remaining matches to secure a Champions League spot. The pressure is mounting as every point counts in this crucial stage of the season.