Juventus Stages Dramatic Comeback, Milan Closes Gap on Inter

Serie A clubs battle for Champions League spots and derby supremacy

Mar. 2, 2026 at 5:47pm

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In a thrilling weekend of Serie A action, Juventus fought back from a 3-1 deficit to draw 3-3 against Roma, keeping their Champions League hopes alive. Meanwhile, AC Milan narrowly defeated Cremonese 2-0 to close the gap on league leaders Inter Milan to just 10 points ahead of the highly anticipated Milan derby.

Why it matters

The results have major implications for the race to secure Champions League qualification, with Juventus, Milan, and Inter all vying for the top spots. The Milan derby on Sunday will be a crucial match that could shift the balance of power in the title race.

The details

Juventus staged a dramatic comeback against Roma, scoring twice in the final five minutes to earn a 3-3 draw. After falling behind 3-1, goals from Boga and Gatti in the 93rd minute salvaged a point for the Bianconeri. In the Milan derby, Rafael Leao scored the second goal in Rossoneri's 2-0 win over Cremonese, keeping them within 10 points of league leaders Inter Milan.

  • Juventus scored their equalizer in the 93rd minute against Roma.
  • AC Milan defeated Cremonese 2-0 on March 2, 2026.

The players

Juventus

The storied Italian club is fighting to secure a Champions League spot this season.

AC Milan

The reigning Serie A champions are chasing league leaders Inter Milan in the title race.

Inter Milan

The current Serie A leaders are aiming to defend their title and secure a spot in next season's Champions League.

Rafael Leao

The AC Milan forward scored the second goal in his team's 2-0 win over Cremonese.

Roma

The capital club is also in the hunt for a Champions League spot, making their draw with Juventus an important result.

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What they’re saying

“With the upsets we've had, this draw could mean a lot. I live for fourth place.”

— Lucio

“It's a question of life or death. We don't go out this week, we stay at home.”

— Rafael Leao, AC Milan Forward

What’s next

The highly anticipated Milan derby between AC Milan and Inter Milan will take place on Sunday, March 8, 2026, with both teams vying for a crucial three points in the title race.

The takeaway

The thrilling results this weekend have set the stage for a captivating Milan derby, with both teams desperate to gain ground in the race for the Serie A title and Champions League qualification. The dramatic comebacks and tight margins highlight the intense competition at the top of the Italian league.