AC Milan vs. Torino: Thrilling Serie A Clash Unveiled – Highlights You Can't Miss!

Noah Silverbrook

Updated Monday, August 19, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

AC Milan kicked off their Serie A campaign against Torino, marking the start of another season filled with hope and anticipation. With Paolo Fonseca now in the dugout, Milan aimed to bridge the 19-point gap that separated them from their city rivals last season. The match showcased several changes in Milan’s lineup, including new defensive strategies and player positions that fans were eager to see in action.

Milan’s defense featured Salers playing at left back, replacing Theo Hernandez, who missed the US tour. Sa Coko, newly recruited from Las Palmas, took over from Alexandro Bonono, and Ricardo Rodriguez was also absent. The team’s tactics, honed over the summer, were put to the test as the match began.

The first half saw some thrilling moments with Milan pressing hard. A corner delivered by Bennacer saw a close call as Leao’s attempt was cleared off the line. Despite the pressure, Torino’s defense held firm. In another moment of excitement, Zapata took a striking shot that narrowly missed the near post, keeping Milan on their toes.

Throughout the match, Milan maintained strong distribution among their back three. Leao, playing off the right, tried a long-distance effort, but it was effortlessly saved by Torino's Milinkovic-Savic. Moments later, a cross from CH was easily handled by Torino’s Polish midfielder.

As the match progressed, the combination play between Milan players was a sight to behold. Zapata’s lifting ball towards the back post saw Bova’s header cleared off the line by Tomori. Despite the referee checking his watch, it was confirmed no goal had been scored, and the game continued with intensity.

A crucial incident saw Coko just managing to deal with the pressure from Torino’s attackers, exemplifying Milan’s solid defensive efforts. The game also featured a moment where controversy arose over whether the ball had entirely crossed the line following a header from Duan Zapata. Malik Thiaw’s crucial touch on the line kept the score unchanged.

For fans who missed the live action, watching the extended highlights will be a treat. Catch all the thrilling moments and see how AC Milan’s new strategies and player dynamics played out against Torino.

Watch the full highlights of AC Milan vs. Torino on CBS Sports Golazo and stay tuned for more exciting Serie A coverage. Don’t miss out on the expert punditry from Thierry Henry, Micah Richards, and Jamie Carragher. Visit the CBS Sports Golazo channels for more detailed analyses and extended highlights.

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