"AC Milan came away with all three points in the Derby della Madonnina, beating their city rivals Inter by the odd goal. Mike Maignan and Christian Pulisic were the big heroes, and you can find ratings for all of the players below. If you haven't already, make sure to check out how we decide the player ratings. From the scale to what affects the rating, we have compiled everything there."
"Maignan (9 - MOTM): Outstanding performance from the goalkeeper, keeping out Calhanoglu's penalty in the second half with a great save. It seems his penalty skills are back in business (after Dybala save a few weeks ago too). In the first half, he also made two great saves on Thuram and Lautaro."
"Tomori (6.5): He was beaten a couple of times, it has to be said, but overall helped preserve the clean sheet with some late interventions and clearances. While it perhaps borders on rash at times, he also showed some derby spirit in the duels. Gabbia (7.5): Despite the strength of Inter's attack, they struggled to create chances in the heart of Milan's penalty box, only breaking through a couple of times. The academy product was a big reason why, with great positioning, strong challenges and timely runs up the pitch to intercept. Pavlovic (6): It was clumsy defending on the penalty, albeit unlucky as he really only put his foot back on the ground and didn't make a huge lunge or anything. Still, it cannot be overlooked in such a big game and the fact that he did well otherwise saves his rating here. Saelemaekers (7.5): In the first half, he was often available on the right flank and had some decent crosses. The big contribution came in the second half, though, with the brilliant shot that led to Pulisic's winner. On top of that, he did well in defence and continued to be a threat in attack for the rest of the game (a very good cross towards Leao, for example)."
AC Milan secured a narrow victory over Inter in the Derby della Madonnina, earning all three points. Mike Maignan was named man of the match after saving a second-half penalty and making key first-half stops. Defenders Tomori and Gabbia helped preserve a clean sheet with late interventions, positioning and strong challenges. Pavlovic conceded the penalty with a clumsy moment but performed well otherwise. Saelemaekers provided attacking width, produced the shot that led to Pulisic's winner, and contributed defensively. Fofana received a 6.5 rating and was noted as underwhelming early on.
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