AC Milan and Juventus draw 0-0 at San Siro, missing key chances as the Serie A top-four race remains tight with four games left.
AC Milan and Juventus played out a tense 0-0 draw at San Siro, leaving the Serie A top-four race finely balanced. Both sides had chances but failed to convert in a cagey contest. The result keeps Milan third and Juventus fourth, but the chasing pack that includes AS Roma and Como remain close. With four games left, neither side could afford to drop points, making this stalemate costly.
The match began cautiously, with both teams prioritising defensive structure. Possession was evenly shared, and clear chances were limited in the opening stages. The game sparked into life late in the first half. Adrien Rabiot forced a strong save from Michele Di Gregorio with a powerful strike. Milan responded immediately, but Rafael Leao fired the rebound over the bar.
Juventus thought they had taken the lead shortly after. Khephren Thuram converted from close range, but the goal was ruled out for offside. Juventus registered four first-half shots, two on target, while Milan managed five attempts with one on target.
Juventus started the second half with intent, testing Mike Maignan early through Francisco Conceicao. The Milan goalkeeper reacted well to keep the scores level. Milan then produced their best moment of the match in the 51st minute. Alexis Saelemaekers struck a first-time effort that crashed against the crossbar.
The tempo increased as both teams searched for a breakthrough. However, clear chances remained limited as defensive lines held firm.
Juventus came closest in the latter stages through Bremer and Teun Koopmeiners. Both had opportunities but failed to convert under pressure. Milan struggled to create meaningful openings late on. Their attacking play lacked precision, especially in the final third.
The match gradually lost intensity as both sides appeared wary of making mistakes. In the end, neither team did enough to claim all three points.
Juventus finished with 10 shots, five on target, and 52 percent possession. Their expected goals stood at approximately 1.12. Milan recorded eight shots, one on target, and an xG of around 0.76. Despite fewer chances, they came close through Saelemaekers’ effort.
Both teams showed defensive discipline throughout the match. Juventus also recorded a fourth consecutive clean sheet in Serie A.
Mike Maignan played a crucial role with key saves, particularly from Conceicao and Rabiot. His performance ensured Milan secured a point.
For Juventus, Conceicao was a constant threat down the right flank. His movement and delivery caused problems for Milan’s defence. Khephren Thuram’s disallowed goal was a key moment that could have changed the game. Saelemaekers’ strike against the bar was Milan’s closest effort.
Milan remain in third place and will look to strengthen their position in the coming fixtures. Their focus will be on improving attacking efficiency. Juventus, still fourth, face pressure from teams just behind them. With Como and Roma close, every point will be vital in the final weeks. Both sides remain on course for Champions League qualification, but the race is far from settled.
