Milan achieved a crucial 1-0 victory against Napoli at San Siro, with Theo Hernandez's well-executed goal proving to be the decisive factor.
Rafael Leao played a crucial role by providing the assist for Hernandez’s goal, marking the end of Napoli’s unbeaten streak in Serie A at San Siro since December 2014.
The match witnessed early opportunities for Napoli, including a chance for Giovanni Simeone that went off target. However, Milan broke the deadlock with a fine move.
Hernandez initiated the play from midfield, passing to Olivier Giroud, who then set up Leao to release Hernandez for the goal.
Milan continued to create chances, with Leao and Alessandro Florenzi testing Napoli’s goalkeeper, Pierluigi Gollini. Despite Napoli's moments, including Matteo Politano's close effort, Milan held on defensively.
In the second half, Napoli made formation changes, but Milan maintained defensive solidity. Napoli had a late double opportunity in the 89th minute, hitting the post and a saved follow-up, but Milan's goalkeeper, Mike Maignan, denied them.
The match featured controversial moments, including penalty appeals for Napoli, but the referee deemed them fair challenges. Milan's victory ended Napoli’s unbeaten run at San Siro, while keeping their own Champions League hopes alive.
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