AC Milan emerged victorious in a tightly contested match against Fiorentina, ending with a 1-0 scoreline in the 13th round of the Italian Serie A. This encounter was not only a duel between old rivals but also made history in world football, particularly for Serie A, with the debut of 15-year-old Francesco Camarda.
The match began with both teams playing cautiously. Fiorentina initiated a promising attack through Biraghi in the 18th minute but failed to capitalize. Milan responded with a significant chance in the 23rd minute when Pulišić’s striking effort was thwarted by Terracciano, keeping the game scoreless. The first half continued with several noteworthy opportunities for both teams, but the goalkeepers stood firm.
As halftime approached, Milan was awarded a penalty in the second minute of stoppage time, with Hernandez confidently converting to give Milan a 1-0 lead. The second half saw good football from both sides with chances created, but a lack of finishing kept the scoreline unchanged. Jović had a notable chance for Milan in the 74th minute, but it remained 1-0.
Fiorentina endeavored to respond through Gonzalez, but Milan’s defense held strong. Goalkeeper Maignan showcased several exceptional saves for Milan, maintaining their lead. The score remained unchanged till the final whistle.
However, the highlight of the match was the debut of Francesco Camarda. Born in 2008, the young player made a record-breaking appearance for Milan, replacing Luka Jović in the 83rd minute. Camarda’s debut at the age of 15 years, 8 months, and 23 days set new records in both Milan and Serie A history.
