Bologna pulled off a historic triumph on Wednesday night, edging out AC Milan 1-0 at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome to lift the Coppa Italia — their first major silverware since 1974.
Swiss forward Dan Ndoye netted the decisive goal, reacting quickest to a loose ball in the Milan penalty area and blasting it past Mike Maignan to send Bologna fans into raptures.
The win not only ends Bologna’s 50-year trophy drought but also secures them a coveted spot in next season’s UEFA Europa League. AC Milan, who last lifted the Coppa Italia in 2003, now face uncertainty over European qualification.
Led by Scottish midfielder Lewis Ferguson, who captained the side with composure and grit, Bologna looked the hungrier side. Ferguson nearly opened the scoring in the first half with a powerful effort from distance that flew just over the bar.
