AC Milan Stuns Bologna 3-1 Ahead of Coppa Italia Final: Santiago Gimenez Shines with Late Brace

AC Milan secured a vital 3-1 victory over Bologna at San Siro on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in Serie A Week 36, delivering a strong statement ahead of their Coppa Italia final rematch. Despite trailing early in the second half due to Riccardo Orsolini’s strike in the 49th minute, the Rossoneri bounced back with authority.

Santiago Gimenez came off the bench to deliver a decisive double in the 73rd and 90+2 minutes, while Christian Pulisic added another in the 79th minute. The victory not only reinforced Milan’s attacking prowess but also served as the perfect morale booster ahead of the crucial midweek Coppa Italia final against the same opponent.

Head coach Sergio Conceicao now faces a "pleasant dilemma" in selecting his starting eleven, particularly regarding the in-form Gimenez. “I’ve made a lot of sacrifices, and this is the reward,” said the Mexican forward after the game in a touching interview with Sky and DAZN.

Read More: https://www.esnnews.com/post/manchester-united-matheus-cunha-transfer-update Gimenez’s performance carried emotional weight as well, as he dedicated his goals to his mother on Mother’s Day.

“She’s the most important person in my life,” he said, highlighting the personal motivation behind his explosive display. The striker’s brace not only sealed the victory but also showcased his readiness to deliver under pressure, an essential quality for any cup final.

Despite his super-sub status, Gimenez handled the attention with maturity. “It’s the coach’s decision whether I start.

I’ll accept whatever role I’m given. What matters most is helping the team,” he stated.

His humble yet determined attitude signals a strong team spirit and commitment to Milan’s objectives. The upcoming Coppa Italia final offers Milan a golden chance to cap off the season with silverware and secure European qualification.

After an inconsistent league campaign, lifting the domestic cup would be a significant achievement for both the squad and their new manager. With Bologna once again standing in their way, Milan now has the psychological edge after Saturday’s emphatic win.

Read More: https://www.esnnews.com/post/manchester-united-agree-victor-osimhen-transfer-napoli With Santiago Gimenez hitting top form at the perfect time, AC Milan enters the final with renewed belief and firepower.

All eyes will be on how Sergio Conceicao crafts his tactical approach to repeat the result in the high-stakes rematch at the Stadio Olimpico. Will the super-sub become the main man in the grand finale?