AC Milan Wins Italian Super Cup Final in Thrilling Comeback Victory
In a nail-biting Italian Super Cup Final in Saudi Arabia on Monday night, AC Milan emerged victorious with a stunning 3-2 comeback win over city rivals Inter Milan. The match, which kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle, saw Tammy Abraham scoring the winning goal in stoppage time, securing the club’s first trophy under the guidance of new head coach Sergio Conceição.
The game was not without its share of setbacks, as Samuel Chukwueze, the talented winger for the Super Eagles, was sidelined due to injury and had to miss Milan’s crucial showdown.
Inter Milan, who were on the brink of clinching their fourth consecutive Italian Super Cup title, seemed poised for victory with goals from Mehdi Taremi and Lautaro Martinez in each half. The Serie A champions were also eyeing a record-tying eighth championship, but fate had other plans.
Christian Pulisic, Abraham, and Theo Hernandez, all former Chelsea players, turned the tide in Milan’s favor with their crucial goals, ultimately leading the team to a memorable victory. The win not only marked a significant milestone for Milan but also leveled the playing field with Inter, as both clubs now boast eight Italian Super Cup championships each.
Inter took the lead with Martinez’s goal in stoppage time, followed by Taremi doubling the lead early in the second half. However, Milan fought back valiantly, with Pulisic equalizing the score in the 80th minute after the team had fallen behind in the 52nd minute.
Abraham, another former Chelsea standout, sealed the deal with a dramatic game-winning goal in the 93rd minute, sending Milan fans into a frenzy and clinching the coveted Italian Super Cup trophy for their beloved club.
While Juventus still holds the record for the most Italian Super Cup championships with nine titles, Milan and Inter have now etched their names in the history books with their remarkable performances in the competition. The thrilling final not only showcased the talent and resilience of both teams but also served as a fitting tribute to the passion and excitement of Italian football.
