In a match that will hardly be remembered for its excitement, Atalanta managed to grind out a crucial victory over a passive and uninspired AC Milan, keeping their hopes of Champions League qualification alive.

The game was tight, slow, and devoid of attacking flair — a tactical stalemate with barely any real chances. But it was Gian Piero Gasperini’s men who made their moment count, scoring with their very first shot on target midway through the second half.

Stefano Pioli’s side, on the other hand, looked mentally absent — perhaps already focusing on the looming Coppa Italia semi-final against fierce rivals Inter Milan. With such a flat performance, questions will be asked about the Rossoneri's depth and mentality as the season enters its decisive phase.

2024-25, Italy - Serie A

AC Milan - Atalanta 0:1 (0:0)
Goals: Éderson J., 62 (0:1)

AC Milan: Maignan; Theo Hernández; Jiménez Al. (Félix J., 75); Tomori (Gimenez S., 83); Pavlović S.; Fofana Y.; Reijnders; Gabbia; Pulisic (Sottil, 75); Jovic (Abraham T., 75); Rafael Leão (Chukwueze, 83)
Bench: Sportiello; Torriani; Bartesaghi; Florenzi; Thiaw; Bondo; Terracciano F.; Musah Y.

Atalanta: Carnesecchi; Hien; Bellanova; Djimsiti (Kossounou, 59); Zappacosta (Toloi, 59); Éderson J.; Pasalic (De Ketelaere, 80); de Roon; Cuadrado (Ruggeri, 59); Lookman; Retegui (Sulemana, 90)
Bench: Rui Patricio; Rossi F.; Samardzic L.; Brescianini; Maldini D.
Yellow Cards: Cuadrado 56