Islamabad, 15 May, 2025: Bologna surprised AC Milan at the Stadio Olimpico by beating the seven-time UEFA Champions League winners 1-0 to win the 2025 Coppa Italia.
The Rossoblu claimed their first title since 1974, only the third time in their history thanks to a outstanding performance against Milan.
Bologna pressed hard from the start, pushing Milan back. The Rossoneri struggled to respond to the pressure.
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Bologna coach Vincenzo Italiano gave clear instructions, determine not to lose a third final of his young career.
Key players like Rafael Leao, Theo Hernandez, Christian Pulisic, Luka Jovic and the Rossoneri failed to make any change.
The 19-time Serie A winners were unable to build attacks or create chances.
Meanwhile, Bologna took the lead via Dan Ndoye early in the second 45, who calmly finished after the ball fell to him inside the box, beating goalkeeper Mike Maignan.
Bologna finished the job to secure their first cup title in 51 years.
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Critics had questioned whether Italiano was correct chocie for coaching at the highest level after losing the Coppa Italia to Inter Milan with Fiorentina and missing out on the Europa Conference League.
But, Italiano and Bologna proved those doubts wrong by lifting the title trophy. They team can make it an even more memorable season by qualifying for the Champions League.
Bologna are seventh place on the Serie A log, two points below Juventus in fourth, and aims to secure a spot in European competition.
