Milan's struggles against Sassuolo continued as they were held to a 1-1 draw at the Mapei Stadium in a Serie A match on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The Rossoneri have not won at Sassuolo since 2022, and this latest result extended their winless streak. Adrien Rabiot gave Milan the lead in the 63rd minute with a powerful shot into the bottom corner. However, Sassuolo equalized five minutes later through Cas Odenthal, who capitalized on confusion in the Milan box.
The draw lifted Milan to 12 points in fifth place, while Sassuolo moved up to eighth with eight points. Despite dominating possession, Milan were unable to find a winner, with Sassuolo's defense holding firm. The visitors had opportunities to take the lead, but their finishing was lacking. Milan's coach will be concerned about his team's inability to win on the road, particularly against a Sassuolo side that has struggled for consistency this season.
Rabiot's goal was his third in Serie A this season, and he has established himself as a key player for Milan. The French midfielder has been in impressive form, scoring crucial goals for his team. However, his efforts were ultimately cancelled out by Odenthal's equalizer. The Sassuolo defender has been a regular starter this season, and his goal will have given him confidence.
The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances. However, neither side was able to find a winner, and the draw was a fair result. Milan's failure to win will be a disappointment, but they will take comfort from the fact that they remain in the top half of the table. Sassuolo, meanwhile, will be pleased with their performance, particularly in defense.
Milan's next match is against Red Bull Salzburg in the Europa League on Thursday, October 15. They will be looking to bounce back from this draw and secure a crucial win in the competition. The Rossoneri have a tough run of fixtures ahead, and they will need to be at their best to achieve their goals. Sassuolo, meanwhile, face a trip to Fiorentina in Serie A.
The draw was a fair result, given the chances created by both teams. However, Milan will be concerned about their inability to win on the road. They have struggled to find consistency this season, and their coach will be working hard to address these issues. The team's fans will be hoping for an improvement in form, particularly in away matches.
The result means that Milan's winless streak against Sassuolo has extended to over two years. They will be looking to end this run when the two teams meet again later in the season. For now, they will have to settle for a draw, which does little to help their title aspirations. The Rossoneri will need to regroup and focus on their next match.
Key points
- Milan's winless streak against Sassuolo has extended to over two years.
