Torino’s smash-and-grab victory over AC Milan kept their hopes of European football alive as they ran out 3-1 winners in their final home game of the season. Milan, guaranteed to finish second, played like it, lacking dynamism in their attacks. Goals from Zapata, Ilic, and Rodriguez secured the win for Torino, who overtook Napoli in the table. The free-flowing game was a departure from Torino’s usual style, but they remained compact at the back and exploited lax defending by Milan to secure the victory.
Karol Linetty set the tone for a dogged Torino performance with off-the-ball fouls, while Milan struggled to create meaningful chances. Torino’s standouts included Alessandro Buongiorno and Raoul Bellanova, who impressed with their grit and quality. Torino faces a tough final-day test against Atalanta, who are assured of Champions League football next season. Milan, on the other hand, struggled without the ball and lacked teeth in their attack, highlighting the challenge they face in replacing top scorer Olivier Giroud.
Ricardo Rodriguez was the standout player of the match, scoring a stunning goal and providing the assist for Zapata’s opener. Torino’s compact defense and clinical finishing proved too much for Milan, who managed just one goal from a penalty scored by Bennacer. Despite Milan’s late chances, including a missed opportunity by Rafael Leao, they were unable to mount a comeback. The victory for Torino keeps their European hopes alive and highlights Milan’s post-Giroud struggles in attack.
Although Torino’s victory was comprehensive, their overall season has seen them produce the fewest goals in Serie A, with just 69 in 37 matches. Their more attacking approach in this game paid off against a lackluster Milan side. TNT Sports, the network that broadcast the match, offers live sports rights including the Premier League, Champions League, and other sporting events. Fans in the UK can watch TNT Sports through discovery+ and various other platforms. The victory for Torino sets them up for a potential European qualification if results go their way in the final matches of the season.
