"We simply have to start with the big positive from the game, namely Bartesaghi. I mentioned in my key battles piece that his overlapping runs would be crucial in Rafael Leao's absence, but I obviously meant more for crosses. In short, it didn't see it coming! While some might look at the first goal and see an open net, it should be noted that Bartesaghi' s angle wasn't brilliant, not to mention that he arrived at the ball with full pace."
"The second goal also showed a lot of composure, finding the gap at the near post. It's a huge shame that Milan didn't come away with all three points because it would have been such a great day for the youngster, who became the youngest defender to score for Milan in the league since Paolo Maldini. If that doesn't paint the picture, I don't know what does!"
AC Milan conceded a late equaliser to Sassuolo and dropped points, surrendering control of first place in the standings. Sassuolo opened the scoring early, but Davide Bartesaghi scored a brace to turn the game around and became the youngest Milan defender to score in the league since Paolo Maldini. Defensive lapses and poor marking allowed Sassuolo's well-worked moves to succeed, with Strahinja Pavlovic and Matteo Gabbia failing to pick up runs. Referee errors also affected the match. The result continued Milan's struggle against newly-promoted sides and denied a morale-boosting win for the youngster.
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