Two early-period goals propelled AC Milan to a commanding 3-0 triumph over Empoli in Serie A, stretching the Rossoneri’s unbeaten streak to six matches (W4, D2).
Competing under the floodlights in a misty San Siro, Paulo Fonseca’s squad made an energetic start with Álvaro Morata heavily involved. Initially, the Spaniard was located in the area but misdirected his attempt wide. Nevertheless, he compensated for that error moments later when Rafael Leão’s strike was deflected into Morata’s trajectory, allowing him to slot home the opener. Empoli faltered to find momentum during the opening half as the hosts eased forward and secured a second before halftime. The visitors failed to clear a delivery, enabling Tijjani Reijnders to seize the stray ball and smash it into the net, granting Milan a two-goal cushion at the interval.
Roberto D’Aversa introduced a pair of substitutes at the restart, and the visitors carved out their first significant opportunity on 54 minutes. Milan stumbled during their progression from defense, allowing Empoli to intercept, and Youssef Maleh unleashed a ferocious shot, only for it to rebound off the crossbar. The Rossoneri soon reclaimed dominance and netted a third on 69 minutes. A swift counter from an Empoli advance saw Reijnders charging from midfield to the penalty area, where the Dutchman clinically finished.
Three goals to the advantage and with victory assured, Fonseca capitalized on the situation by rotating key players in preparation for Milan’s Coppa Italia clash later in the week. The Azzurri failed to influence the encounter and couldn’t manage a single shot on target across the 90 minutes. The outcome delivers the Rossoneri’s first home league success in three matches, as Fonseca’s side aim to shake off early-season inconsistencies and fortify their pursuit of a top-four spot. Empoli, meanwhile, have secured just one victory in five matches yet remain positioned in midtable.
