Milan Futuro stumbles once again this week: three defeats in three games. Against Virtus Entella, Daniele Bonera's boys lose narrowly, 1-2.
Here's the recap of Matchday 20 in Group B of Serie C, as relayed via MilanPress.it.
The first half was marked by a tight balance in midfield, although most of the chances came from the visitors. The Biancocelesti posed multiple threats in front of the goal, but Nava was up to the challenge, especially with a curling shot from Casarotto in the 16th minute. Gallo’s side then wasted a well-executed set-piece, as Manzi’s header went just centimeters wide of the goal in the 26th minute. The game saw plenty of yellow cards, with Manzi, Bartesaghi, Chaka Traorè, Marconi, and Minotti all booked within the first 45 minutes. The teams went into halftime without any standout moments, and Milan failed to register a single shot on target.
The second half got off to the worst possible start. Entella took the lead in the 52nd minute thanks to an own goal by Zukic. The unlucky Rossoneri defender deflected a low cross from Bariti into his own net. The match remained uneventful for several minutes until Kevin Zeroli came on. It was the captain who equalized with a fine header from a Chaka Traorè corner in the 70th minute—an impactful return to action for him.
There was little time for Milan to celebrate, however, as Virtus regained the lead in the 75th minute. Corbari scored with a header that Nava couldn’t reach at the far post.
The final moments were marked by the usual nervousness from the U23 squad. Milan Future ends 2024 with 16 points, sitting in 18th place. They return to action on January 5th against Carpi.
