Thu Feb 27 23:40:00 UTC 2025: ## AC Milan Fall to Bologna in Hard-Fought Serie A Match
**Bologna, Italy** – AC Milan suffered a 2-1 defeat against Bologna in their rearranged Serie A matchday 9 fixture at the Dall’Ara stadium. Despite taking the lead through a stunning goal by Rafael Leão just before halftime, the Rossoneri conceded two second-half goals to fall to their opponents. The loss sees Bologna overtake AC Milan in the Serie A table, leaving the Rossoneri in eighth place.
Leão’s goal, a skillful solo effort, capped off a lively first half that saw early chances for both sides. Bologna’s Gimenez hit the crossbar early on, while AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan made several key saves to keep the score level.
However, Bologna emerged stronger after the break. Nicola Castro equalized early in the second half, and Musa Ndoye scored the winning goal in the 82nd minute to secure the victory for the home team. Despite late pressure from AC Milan, including a shot that hit the post, they were unable to find an equalizer.
AC Milan manager Sérgio Conceição expressed his frustration, particularly citing a potential handball in the lead-up to Bologna’s first goal. The team now faces a crucial match against Lazio on Sunday, a game they must win to avoid further slipping down the table. Leão, while acknowledging the disappointment, stressed the team’s determination to fight for a top-four finish.
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