- Samuel Chukwueze’s stoppage-time winner seals dramatic AC Milan comeback against Parma.
- AC Milan climbs to sixth in Serie A, boosting morale ahead of crucial Champions League clash.
- Fan frustration turns to celebration as Milan overcomes late deficit at San Siro.
AC Milan delivered an extraordinary turnaround on Sunday, snatching a 3-2 victory over Parma in Serie A with two stoppage-time goals that turned boos into euphoria at the San Siro.
Enrico Delprato’s strike had Parma on the brink of a famous win, but Milan’s Tijjani Reijnders and Samuel Chukwueze struck in quick succession during added time.
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Reijnders slotted home the equalizer in the 91st minute following a brilliant assist from Yunus Musah, while Chukwueze’s scrappy finish completed the stunning comeback and electrified the crowd.
The victory propelled Milan to sixth in the league standings, five points adrift of fourth-placed Lazio, who faced Fiorentina later that evening.
Chukwueze’s decisive goal was a morale booster for Stefano Pioli’s squad, who face a crucial Champions League clash against Dinamo Zagreb on Wednesday before a high-stakes derby with Inter Milan next weekend.
“I think we showed the right mentality, fighting to the end. The way we turned this game around is incredible,” said Reijnders, who now has 11 goals this season. “This win is vital to getting us back where we belong.”
Earlier, fan discontent had simmered after Delprato’s 80th-minute rebound goal gave Parma the lead. Mike Maignan initially made a superb save to deny Drissa Camara, but Delprato capitalized on the loose ball. Frustration among the home supporters spilled over, with sarcastic applause directed at the directors’ box and chants urging the club’s American owners, RedBird, to sell.
The tense atmosphere shifted dramatically with Reijnders’ late equalizer, followed minutes later by Chukwueze’s winner, sparking wild celebrations.
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Parma, however, were left to rue a missed opportunity. Despite an impressive display, Fabio Pecchia’s side remains just one point above the relegation zone.
“When you play like that at the San Siro and leave with nothing, it’s disappointing, but I saw a lot of positives,” said Pecchia. “Performances like this can only benefit us moving forward.”
Meanwhile, Serie A leaders Napoli maintain a six-point lead over Inter Milan, who were set to face Lecce, while Roma travelled to Udinese in a mid-table clash.
