Milan Claims Victory Over Venezia in First-Half Masterclass

2024-09-15

In a dynamic Serie A encounter away to Venezia, Milan asserted early authority, securing a commanding 4-0 lead in the first half, an advantage they skillfully preserved through a goalless second half.

Milan silenced Venezia when T. Hernández netted in the second minute, with an assist from Rafael Leão.

In the 16th minute, Y. Fofana increased the lead for Milan with an assist by C. Pulišić.

C. Pulišić made it 3-0 in the 25th minute as he made his mark with a penalty.

Milan further increased the lead as T. Abraham scored a penalty in the 29th minute.

Venezia's Hans Nicolussi Caviglia was sent off in the 73rd minute, further hampering their chances of a comeback.

The result means Milan are now in eighth place in the table, while Venezia find themselves last, in 20th place.

Looking ahead, Milan's next Serie A games are against Inter (away) on 22 September, Milan (home) on 27 September, and Fiorentina (away) on 6 October. Venezia play Genoa (home) on 21 September, Roma (away) on 29 September, and Hellas Verona (away) on 4 October.