Bologna claimed their first win at the San Siro since January 2016, thanks to a hat-trick from Samuel Mbangula, while Milan suffered their first league defeat with a score of 2-4. The match, played in front of a crowd of around 41,000 spectators, saw Bologna triumph away, while Milan showed a disorganized defense and a midfield incapable of maintaining the pace.
Milan, which had started the match with a good start, was hit by a "blackout" which compromised the performance. Defender GonçaloRamos recorded "zero shots", while midfielder Amorim admitted that the team is tired and has not yet fully assimilated its tactical concepts. The midfield of DeWinter and Diawara came under intense pressure, with Diawara being overwhelmed immediately after coming on. Tomori, who started the match, turned out to be injured and had to leave the pitch at half-time. Coach Palladino expressed frustration with the defensive performance, but praised Mbangula's ability to blow away opponents.
Mbangula, started for the first time by Palladino, scored three goals, proving to be a key element for Bologna. His first goal was followed by a second, while the last was a classy move. Forward AlphadjoCisse added two more goals, helping secure the win. Defenders Hutchinson and Tomori also played a positive role, although Tomori was injured. The Bologna coach declared that he was "wrong" in choosing Mbangula, but still rewarded his performance with a substitution for Miranda at 2-2 and 2-3.
Bologna celebrated their third consecutive away win, demonstrating a superior performance away from Dall'Ara, where they have never won. Coach Palladino expressed satisfaction with the team, stating that they have "robots" on the pitch. The result left Milan in a difficult position, with Inter and Lazio already seven points apart, and increased anticipation for the next derby. Bologna, with their away form, seems ready to continue their positive run, while Milan will have to reconsider their strategy to recover their position in the standings.