AC Milan suffered a setback in their Champions League pursuit with a defeat against Sassuolo at Stadio Mapei on May 3, 2026. The match was marked by Fikayo Tomori’s early red card, which put Milan at a disadvantage.
Sassuolo entered the match after a 0-0 draw against Fiorentina. AC Milan also drew 0-0 in their previous game against Juventus. Despite this, Milan had gone unbeaten in their past four matches against Sassuolo.
Key facts:
- Sassuolo’s top goalscorer Andrea Pinamonti has scored 4 goals this season.
- Milan have won 12 of their last 20 games on the road.
- Milan recorded 4 clean sheets in their previous 10 games.
The last clash between Sassuolo and AC Milan ended in a 2-2 draw. However, this time, Milan faced challenges. Tomori’s expulsion changed the dynamics of the match significantly.
Observers noted that Milan’s probability of winning was estimated to be between 65-70%. Yet, they could not capitalize on this expectation. The team has struggled recently, recording 4 wins, 4 losses, and 2 draws in their last 10 league games.
Mike Maignan has been instrumental for Milan, achieving 4 clean sheets in recent matches. Despite the setback, analysts believe that Milan can bounce back from this loss.
Looking ahead, both teams will aim to improve their standings in Serie A. Sassuolo aims to build on this victory, while AC Milan seeks to regain momentum in their upcoming fixtures.
