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AC Milan nearly outscored their opponents Bodo / Glimt on Thursday night at the San Siro, winning 3-2 to reach the Europa League play-off round.
As the Friday edition of La Gazzetta dello Sport (via MilanNews) points out, the news that Zlatan Ibrahimovic had tested positive for COVID was a cold shower for the entire Rossoneri environment, especially for his teammates who had to do without their leader. in a knockout match.
The absence of the Swede was felt, especially in the final stage in which the visitors pressed and had to score to make it 3-3, but in the end came a victory that gives Diavolo a Play-Off against the Portuguese Rio. Ave.
Milan fell behind in the 15th minute but reacted well immediately and found the equalizer moments later through Hakan Calhanoglu. Without Ibra it was the Turk who took his teammates by the hand, provided a brilliant assist for Colombo’s goal (debut as a starter) and then completed a double with a half corner volley.
Milan thought the game was over, but Jens Petter Hauge’s shot made the final minutes a bit nervous. Donnarumma saved in the 80th minute from a Saltnes header, then lost a sensational opportunity in the last minute, shooting to end a difficult night for Milan.
