Ac Milan vs Roma: Tammy Abraham Scores Against Roma as Milan Secures Semi-Final Spot
Tammy Abraham scores against Roma twice as AC Milan triumphs 3-1 in the Coppa Italia quarter-finals at San Siro. His brace helped the Rossoneri progress to the semi-finals, with João Félix also finding the net on his debut.
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Early Dominance by AC Milan
The match began with high intensity, as both sides looked to impose themselves. However, it was AC Milan who took control. In the 16th minute, Tijjani Reijnders tested Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar with a powerful shot. Svilar managed to parry the effort, but Theo Hernández was quick to react, delivering a pinpoint cross to the back post.
Tammy Abraham, showing his aerial prowess, rose above the Roma defense and headed the ball into the far corner, putting Milan ahead. The early goal set the tone for a dominant first-half performance by the home side.
Abraham’s Professionalism Against His Parent Club
Facing his parent club, Abraham played with composure and clinical precision. Just before halftime, Hernández surged forward again, this time spotting Abraham in a dangerous position. The English striker remained calm and slotted the ball past the onrushing Svilar, doubling Milan’s lead.
Despite scoring twice against Roma, Abraham refrained from celebrating out of respect for his former club, a gesture that did not go unnoticed by the traveling fans.
Roma’s Fightback and Félix’s Debut Goal
Determined to turn the game around, Roma made crucial substitutions at the break. Their efforts paid off in the 54th minute when Artem Dovbyk capitalized on a deflected cross from Angeliño to bring the score to 2-1.
However, Milan’s new signings made an immediate impact. In the 71st minute, Santiago Giménez played a perfectly timed pass to João Félix. The Portuguese forward, making his Milan debut, broke past Roma’s defensive line and calmly chipped the ball over Svilar, restoring the Rossoneri’s two-goal advantage.
Milan Eyes Coppa Italia Glory
With this victory, AC Milan advances to the Coppa Italia semi-finals, where they will face the winner of the Inter Milan vs. Lazio quarter-final. The blend of experienced players and new arrivals like Abraham and Félix has strengthened Milan’s attacking options, increasing hopes of securing domestic silverware this season.
As the tournament progresses, Stefano Pioli’s side will look to build on this performance and push for their first Coppa Italia title since 2003.