Milan Triumphs 2-1 Over Red Star Belgrade Thanks To Tammy Abraham's Late Goal

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Tammy Abraham's late goal secured a crucial 2-1 win for Milan against Red Star Belgrade in the Champions League. This victory keeps Milan's hopes alive for a top-eight finish. The Rossoneri have now achieved four consecutive wins in the competition, positioning them just one point away from automatic qualification with two games left.

Red Star almost silenced San Siro early on when Andrija Maksimovic's volley hit the crossbar, leaving Mike Maignan helpless. However, Milan took the lead three minutes before halftime. Rafael Leao expertly controlled Youssouf Fofana's pass and finished into the top corner. This goal marked Leao's consecutive scoring appearances in the competition.

In the second half, Red Star substitute Nemanja Radonjic equalised with a powerful left-footed shot that Maignan couldn't stop. As the match seemed destined for a draw, Abraham clinched victory by scoring from close range after Ivan Gutesa deflected Francesco Camarda's header onto the crossbar.

Under Paulo Fonseca, Milan has found its rhythm after a challenging start to his tenure. The team has now won four straight Champions League matches for the first time since their five-game streak between February and April 2005. Fonseca's influence is evident as Milan begins to show consistent form.

Fofana played a pivotal role in setting up Leao’s goal. His assist marked his second in the Champions League to Leao, highlighting their effective partnership. Fofana has provided four assists in his last seven games across all competitions, matching his total from his previous 52 matches with Milan and Monaco combined.

This recent success reflects Fonseca’s growing impact on the team’s performance. As they continue to build momentum, Milan aims to secure their place among Europe's elite by maintaining this winning streak in their remaining fixtures.