Strahinja Pavlovic scored the opening purpose at San Siro to place Milan within the lead in opposition to Roma.
The purpose got here in opposition to the run of play, with the Giallorossi dominating for a majority of the primary half.
MILAN, ITALY – NOVEMBER 02: Rafael Leao of AC Milan runs with the ball while below strain from Zeki Celik of AS Roma through the Serie A match between AC Milan and AS Roma at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on November 02, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Picture by Marco Luzzani/Getty Photos)
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Nevertheless, Gian Piero Gasperini’s aspect have been unable to interrupt the impasse and missed numerous good probabilities. And, earlier than they knew it, Milan had hit them on an incisive counter assault.
Alexis Saelemaekers performed a beautiful ball to Rafael Leao on the flank, with the Portuguese ahead charging down the left-hand aspect. All of the whereas, Pavlovic made his run up from defence, offering help and a person for Leao to sq. it to.
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 28: Strahinja Pavlovic of AC Milan is challenged by Frank Anguissa of Napoli through the Serie A match between AC Milan and SSC Napoli at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Picture by Marco Luzzani/Getty Photos)
Watch: Pavlovic opener for Milan in opposition to Roma