AC Milan produced a dramatic comeback at San Siro on Sunday, defeating Parma 3-2 in a pulsating Serie A encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.

The Rossoneri, trailing twice in the match, overturned the result with two injury-time goals from Tijjani Reijnders and Samuel Chukwueze, showcasing their resilience and determination.

The victory marked a historic moment for AC Milan, as it was the first time in Serie A history that they came from behind to win a match with two goals scored in the 90th minute or later.

Parma struck first in the 24th minute through Matteo Cancellieri, who capitalised on a precise assist from Valeri to silence the home crowd.

AC Milan, struggling to find gaps in Parma’s defense, were handed a lifeline in the 38th minute when a foul on Pavlović led to a penalty.

Christian Pulisic, calm under pressure, converted from the penalty to a goal to level the game.

The first half ended with both teams locked at 1-1, but Parma shocked the Rossoneri again in the 80th minute when Enrico Delprato finished off a swift counterattack to restore their lead.

AC Milan Fightback

With time running out, AC Milan’s fightback began.

In the 90+2nd minute, Tijjani Reijnders scored a vital equaliser, driving home a precise pass from Musah. The Rossoneri weren’t done yet.

Just three minutes later, Samuel Chukwueze latched onto a Pavlović assist and struck a clinical winner in the 90+5th minute, sending the San Siro into a frenzy.

Post-Match Reactions

AC Milan coach Conceição praised his team’s grit and adaptability, especially in the final minutes. “This match was a testament to the character of this team. We kept pushing, kept believing, and in the end, we were rewarded,” he said.

Chukwueze, whose decisive goal was his first in the Serie A this season, described the moment as “unbelievable.”

Tijjani Reijnders, the Serie A’s leading goalscorer among central midfielders, has six goals.

The result not only moves AC Milan to 34 points in the standings, consolidating their place among Serie A’s top teams, but also underscores their potential as title contenders.

The match also marked a milestone for Tammy Abraham, who made his 100th Serie A appearance, and for Christian Pulisic, who ended a nine-game goal drought dating back to October.

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Samuel Chukwueze Returns with A Bang: Seals Victory for AC Milan

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