Luis Muriel secured a dramatic last-minute victory for Atalanta, propelling them to a 3-2 win over AC Milan in an exhilarating match in Bergamo.
At different points, Ademola Lookman twice put Atalanta in the lead, but AC Milan fought back with goals from Olivier Giroud and Luka Jovic, seemingly securing a draw. However, Davide Calabria’s red card in added time turned the tide, allowing Atalanta to clinch their first win in five games. Muriel’s clever backheel goal past Mike Maignan sealed the thrilling victory.
The game witnessed early opportunities, including Giroud’s chance for Milan, expertly blocked after a Christian Pulisic delivery. Moments later, De Ketelaere missed a golden opportunity for Atalanta, failing to convert from close range off Lookman’s setup.
Despite Milan dominating possession, Lookman managed to break the deadlock for Atalanta just before halftime, with his shot deflecting off Fikayo Tomori into the net.
However, Giroud’s header from a corner just before halftime brought Milan level, causing controversy as Atalanta felt they were denied a free-kick earlier in the play.
Both teams showed promise in the second half, with Atalanta regaining the lead through Lookman’s assist to De Ketelaere. The hosts continued to press, with Lookman missing a chance for his hat-trick.
Milan capitalized on Atalanta’s miss as Jovic scored from Pulisic’s cross, levelling the score again. But in added time, Calabria’s second yellow card led to Atalanta’s advantage. A run from Aleksei Miranchuk set up Muriel’s improvised finish, securing three crucial points for Atalanta.
Milan faces a crucial match against Newcastle in the Champions League, needing a win to progress, while Atalanta gears up for a Europa League clash against Rakow Czestochowa.
Luis Muriel
Luis Fernando Muriel Fruto
This season he played in total 12 times for 238 minutes for Serie A.
Luis Muriel scored 1 goal for Atalanta. He procured one assist. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 6th in Serie A. In the last match Atalanta won 3-2 against Milan.
Atalanta performance and stats
Atalanta is currently 6th in the Serie A with 23 points.
In the last 15 games, it has won 7 times, drawn twice, and lost 6 times. In its last match, Atalanta won 3-2 against Milan.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 24 goals and conceding 18.
Milan performance and stats
Milan is currently 4th in the Champions League with 5 points.
In the last 5 games, it has won once, drawn twice, and lost twice. In its last match, Milan lost 1-3 against Borussia Dortmund.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 3 goals and conceding 7.
Milan will play the next match in Champions League against Newcastle United on Wednesday 13th of December in Newcastle upon Tyne. The prediction is Newcastle United winning the match.