Milan Edge Roma to Climb Third as Pavlović Scores Decisive Goal

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, | Updated: November 3, 2025

Strahinja Pavlovic celebrates after just scoring against Roma

Key Takeaways:

Last night, Milan secured a 1:0 victory over Roma at San Siro in the 10th round of Serie A
Strahinja Pavlović scored the only goal of the match in the 39th minute following Rafael Leão’s assist
Milan rose to third place with 21 points, equalling Roma’s tally but surpassing them on goal difference

Match Overview

Milan emerged triumphant over Roma at San Siro, clinching a 1:0 win in a tightly contested Serie A fixture. The Rossoneri moved up to third position in the standings, overtaking the Giallorossi, who now sit fourth despite also holding 21 points.

Key Moments in the Encounter

The visitors produced the first genuine opportunity in the 17th minute when Zeki Çelik found Paulo Dybala inside the penalty area, but the Argentine could not keep his shot on target. Milan responded in the 39th minute when Rafael Leão delivered a precise pass to Strahinja Pavlović, who maintained his composure and fired past Mile Svilar to open the scoring for the home side.

Just before the break, Youssouf Fofana saw his chance to double the lead go astray, with his 45th-minute effort lacking accuracy.

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Second Half Developments

Milan began the second half on the front foot, as Leão’s low-driven shot in the 47th minute was stopped by Svilar. The Roma goalkeeper was called into action again only two minutes later to deny another attempt from the Portuguese midfielder. Milan pressed for a second goal, with Christopher Nkunku hitting the right post in the 50th minute.

Further opportunities presented themselves for the Rossoneri through Davide Bartesaghi, Samuele Ricci, and Leão, but none could convert.

Penalty Drama and Current Standings

In the 81st minute Roma were awarded a penalty following a handball by Youssouf Fofana. However, Mike Maignan produced a crucial save to deny Paulo Dybala from the spot, preserving Milan’s slender advantage.

No further goals were scored, ensuring Milan’s return to winning form after back-to-back league draws, while Roma’s two-match winning run was halted with their first defeat in recent outings.