2 January 2024 at 20:00
Match Summary
AC Milan defeated Cagliari 4:1. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2023. Goals were scored by L. Jović 29′, L. Jović 42′, C. Traorè 50′, Paulo Azzi 87′, Rafael Leão 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. AC Milan had 61% possession while Cagliari held 39%. AC Milan had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Cagliari. AC Milan made 5 substitutions, Cagliari made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between AC Milan and Cagliari — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Hernández
assist: T. Hernández
assist: A. Obert
assist: C. Pulišić
Match Statistics
AC Milan had 61% possession against Cagliari's 39%. AC Milan registered 14 shots (7 on target) while Cagliari managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 10–15.
Lineups
AC Milan lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under S. Pioli, while Cagliari deployed a 4-3-1-2 under C. Ranieri.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for AC Milan is 7.30, compared to 6.74 for Cagliari. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. AC Milan's highest-rated starter is T. Reijnders (7.30), while Cagliari's best-rated player is A. Obert (7.05).
Defensive Solidity
AC Milan deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Cagliari's 4-man backline averaging 7.00. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
AC Milan field 5 midfielders averaging 7.30, versus Cagliari's 4 rated 6.50. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
AC Milan start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Cagliari averaging 6.45. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 71% for AC Milan and 83% for Cagliari. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of AC Milan's starting XI is 24.3 (youngest: Álex Jiménez (20), oldest: T. Reijnders (27)), while Cagliari average 26.5 (youngest: A. Obert (23), oldest: A. Deiola (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
AC Milan's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 2 for Cagliari. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: S. Pioli
Substitutes
Coach: C. Ranieri
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, AC Milan have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Cagliari show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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AC Milan vs Cagliari Head to Head Results
AC Milan and Cagliari have met 27 times — AC Milan won 20, Cagliari won 1, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. AC Milan leads the head-to-head with 20 victories from 27 meetings. A combined 75 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.78 per match (57 for the home side, 18 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 15 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 14 games (52%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. AC Milan are currently unbeaten in the last 15 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2024.
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Recent Meetings (27)
API data: 25 Apr 2026