Atalanta came from behind to stun AC Milan 3-2 at the San Siro, with Christopher Nkunku's penalty in the 94th minute sealing a dramatic comeback victory.
AC Milan dominated possession and territory for most of this Serie A clash, but Atalanta's clinical finishing and resilience proved decisive on May 10. The result leaves Milan fourth with 67 points from 35 matches, while Atalanta climbs to seventh with 55 points.
Atalanta struck first with stunning speed. Éderson opened the scoring in the seventh minute, catching Milan's defense off guard early. The visitors built on this advantage when Davide Zappacosta doubled their lead in the 29th minute, putting Atalanta firmly in control at the San Siro.
Milan pushed forward but struggled to break down Atalanta's organized defense. Rafael Leão received a yellow card in the 34th minute as frustration grew. The home side created chances but lacked the precision to convert them into goals during the first half.
Giacomo Raspadori extended Atalanta's advantage to 3-0 in the 52nd minute, seemingly putting the match beyond reach. Milan faced an uphill battle with just over half an hour remaining.
However, Milan refused to surrender. Strahinja Pavlović pulled one back in the 88th minute, sparking hope among the home crowd. The momentum suddenly shifted as Milan pressed forward with intensity and urgency.
Nkunku, who entered as a substitute, converted a penalty kick in the 94th minute to complete an unlikely comeback. The dramatic finish sent Atalanta's traveling supporters into celebration while leaving Milan bitterly disappointed.
Milan dominated the statistics, recording 20 total shots compared to Atalanta's nine. The hosts held 57 percent possession and completed 541 passes with 88 percent accuracy. However, Atalanta's goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi made eight crucial saves, earning an 8.7 rating.
Éderson led Atalanta's attack with a goal and assist, while Raspadori added another crucial strike. Nkunku's impact off the bench proved decisive, firing three shots on target in just 45 minutes.
This loss halts Milan's momentum as they chase the Serie A title. Atalanta's victory demonstrates their ability to win away from home despite being second-best for long periods. Both teams face crucial fixtures in their final push for European qualification.
