{"id":9737,"date":"2026-04-13T11:18:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T08:18:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/tz\/news\/?p=9737"},"modified":"2026-04-13T11:18:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T08:18:24","slug":"ac-milan-0-3-udinese-rossoneri-collapse-as-top-four-pressure-mounts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/tz\/news\/ac-milan-0-3-udinese-rossoneri-collapse-as-top-four-pressure-mounts\/","title":{"rendered":"AC Milan 0-3 Udinese: Rossoneri Collapse as Top-Four Pressure Mounts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

AC Milan\u2019s struggles deepened after a shocking 3-0 defeat to Udinese at the San Siro, marking their second consecutive Serie A loss \u2014 a worrying sign at a crucial stage of the season. What was once a title chase has now turned into a fight to secure UEFA Champions League qualification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Udinese, disciplined and ruthless, capitalized on Milan\u2019s inefficiency to deliver one of the most surprising results of the Serie A campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First Half: Udinese Strike with Precision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Milan started brightly but lacked a cutting edge. Rafael Le\u00e3o\u2019s early long-range effort hinted at intent, yet it was Udinese who executed their plan to perfection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The breakthrough came in the 27th minute when Nicol\u00f2 Zaniolo surged forward and set up Arthur Atta. A heavy deflection off Davide Bartesaghi wrong-footed Mike Maignan, giving Udinese a fortunate but deserved lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milan tried to respond quickly. Christian Pulisic came close with a powerful strike that narrowly missed, but Udinese doubled their advantage before the break. J\u00fcrgen Ekkelenkamp rose highest in the box to head home Zaniolo\u2019s cross, leaving Milan stunned and trailing 2-0 at halftime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Second Half: Missed Chances Punish Milan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After the restart, Milan showed urgency and intent. Luka Modri\u0107 tested Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye twice, while Alexis Saelemaekers came agonizingly close with a powerful effort that struck the crossbar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite the pressure, Milan failed to convert. Substitute Niclas F\u00fcllkrug and Strahinja Pavlovi\u0107 also missed key chances, summing up a frustrating night for the Rossoneri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Udinese, however, remained clinical. Arthur Atta sealed the victory with a composed finish, making it 3-0 and effectively ending the contest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tactical Analysis: Efficiency vs Wastefulness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Udinese\u2019s game plan was clear \u2014 absorb pressure and strike on the counter. Their execution was flawless:<\/p>\n\n\n\n