AC Milan face must-win finale against Cagliari

AC Milan host Cagliari on the final day of Serie A on Sunday 24 May at 20:45 CEST at San Siro. The match represents AC Milan’s final league fixture of the season, with a win required to secure a top-four finish in Serie A. A top-four finish would guarantee qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League. Cagliari enter the game in 16th place, three points clear of the relegation zone, with two matches remaining. Their fate will be decided elsewhere, but a draw or defeat would leave them vulnerable if results elsewhere go against them. For AC Milan, a positive outcome is essential to cement their position in Europe’s premier club competition. A loss or draw would leave their fate in the hands of other results across Serie A. The fixture follows a demanding campaign in which AC Milan have pushed for European qualification. Their form down the stretch will determine whether they achieve that objective. Cagliari, meanwhile, have struggled with consistency throughout the season. Their ability to grind out results in tough away trips has been limited, which adds pressure to their final fixtures. San Siro will host a high-stakes atmosphere as both clubs aim to fulfill their objectives. AC Milan need all three points to secure Champions League football, while Cagliari aim to avoid a late-season relegation battle. The match concludes Serie A’s 2025-26 domestic campaign, with both teams looking to finish on a high note before the summer break.