{"id":8481,"date":"2026-02-16T11:57:41","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T08:57:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/tz\/news\/?p=8481"},"modified":"2026-02-16T11:57:42","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T08:57:42","slug":"ac-milan-beat-pisa-2-1-to-keep-serie-a-title-pressure-alive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/tz\/news\/ac-milan-beat-pisa-2-1-to-keep-serie-a-title-pressure-alive\/","title":{"rendered":"AC Milan Beat Pisa 2-1 to Keep Serie A Title Pressure Alive"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

AC Milan kept their Serie A title hopes firmly alive after securing a dramatic 2-1 victory over relegation-threatened SC Pisa at the Arena Garibaldi. A late winner from Luka Modri\u0107 ensured the Rossoneri stretched their unbeaten league run to an impressive 23 matches, while also closing the gap on league leaders Inter Milan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For football fans in Tanzania following the Serie A title race closely, this result adds more excitement as Milan continues to push their city rivals all the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slow Start but Milan Strike First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The match began cautiously, with both sides struggling to create clear chances. In fact, the opening 30 minutes saw only one real attempt, highlighting the tense nature of the encounter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly, it was Pisa who almost broke the deadlock. Filip Stojilkovic came close to scoring, but AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan produced a crucial block to keep the score level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That scare seemed to awaken Milan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 39th minute, Ruben Loftus-Cheek gave the visitors the lead. The English midfielder rose unmarked inside the box to head home a brilliant cross from Zachary Athekame, putting Milan ahead just before half-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Drama, Missed Penalty and Pisa\u2019s Shock Equaliser<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The second half started with more intensity. Milan thought they had doubled their lead early when Adrien Rabiot found the net, but the goal was ruled out for handball during the build-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soon after, Milan were handed a golden chance to extend their advantage. A penalty was awarded after Strahinja Pavlovi\u0107 was fouled inside the box. However, Niclas F\u00fcllkrug missed the opportunity as his shot hit the post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That miss proved costly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Against the run of play, Pisa stunned Milan in the 71st minute. Felipe Loyola scored a brilliant curling effort from outside the box, beating Maignan and bringing the home fans to their feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Suddenly, the match was wide open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luka Modri\u0107 Saves Milan with Late Winner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With the game heading towards a frustrating draw, Milan pushed forward relentlessly in search of a winner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their persistence paid off late in the match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Veteran midfielder Luka Modri\u0107 stepped up when it mattered most. He produced a calm and clever finish past the Pisa goalkeeper to restore Milan\u2019s lead and secure all three points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even after Adrien Rabiot was sent off, Milan defended strongly to protect their advantage and complete a vital victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What This Means for the Serie A Title Race<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This win has major implications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n