After several years of heart injury and close misses, Milan stands on the brink of the glory of the domestic cupWith Christian Pulisic, Rafael Leao, Santiago Gimenez and Joao Felix, everyone was due to leading Rossoneri into the Coppa Italia final against Bologna. May 14 Offers not only a chance at cutlery, but a symbolic end of a long and frustrating wait.
This match will be a one -time finaldecided by regulation time, extra time or penalties if needed. But for Milan, it’s not just about winning a trophy – it’s about regaining part of their heritage.
Rossoneri’s path to the final has been impressiveCovered by a leading 3-0 other leg semi-finals victory over Arch Rival Inter. That result, after a 1-1-O-committed in the first stage, gave them a 4-1 total victory and continued their dominance over Nerazzurri this season. The profit was not just a triumph when it comes to tactics or talent – it was psychological, a declaration of intent.
Luka Jovic led the road in that match with a brace, while Christian Pulisic played a key rolehelps to contain Inters midfield threats. Tijjani Reijnders added a late goal to seal the deal, but it was the collective commitment and balance that showed a Milan page that could control high pressure moments.
Historical challenge
Interestingly it has been over two decades since Milan last lifted Coppa Italia– a span that extends back to 2003When Rossoneri lined out Roma over two legs. Although he is one of Italy’s most stored clubs, Milan’s domestic cup history has often been overwhelming. The red and black won the Italian cup only five times and lost nine finals. Their latest performance in the final, in 2018ended in a humble 4-0 defeat against Juventus.
Now, with a new generation of talent like the tip of the squad, Sergio Conceicao’s side looks prepared to change that story. Like Santiago Gimenezan indefinite forward presence when in shape, and Joao FelixWhich can sometimes give a sense of emotion and creativity, add layers to a squad that already includes tempo and unpredictability at Leao and the discipline and versatility of Pulisic.
Resurgent Bologna and what a win would mean for Milan
Their opponents, Bologna, writes their own ash pot -story. RosoBlu has not appeared in a Coppa Italia final since 1974When they defeated Palermo to demand the trophy for the second time in their history. Their return to the final was sealed with a 5-1 total victory over EmpoliAfter a dominant 3-0 first review and a 2-1 triumph in the return luminaire.
The upcoming final will highlight The first time Milan and Bologna meet in Coppa Italia finaland it adds another layer of intrigue: the two sides are also scheduled to collide Serie A just a few days before The final, on the weekend May 10-11. The league’s meeting can offer a preview – or a psychological edge – for what will come in Rome.
For Milan, the efforts extend beyond cutlery. Winning Coppa Italia guarantees automatic qualification to UEFA Europa LeagueAn important fallback for a team that has struggled with consistency in the league this season. Currently outside the European qualification sites in Serie A, the final represents a critical opportunity to keep Milan on the continental stage.
