Bologna (The Red and Blues) made history on Wednesday night by lifting the Coppa Italia 2025 after defeating AC Milan 1-0 in a tense final at Stadio Olimpico. The triumph ends Bologna’s 51-year wait for silverware, with their last major honour being the same cup in 1974.
Bologna finally taste glory after five decades
Dan Ndoye scored the match-winning goal for The Red and Blues in the 53rd minute, sparking emotional celebrations among players and fans alike. It was a huge moment for the club, who hadn’t appeared in a major final since that 1974 victory.
Bologna head coach Vincenzo Italiano also celebrated his first major title after three previous final defeats with Fiorentina. This victory cements his impact at Bologna since replacing Thiago Motta and reviving the historic club.
AC Milan fall short in disappointing season
AC Milan, who last won the Coppa Italia in 2003, saw another opportunity slip away in what’s been a challenging season. Their rivals Inter Milan are competing for the Serie A title, while Milan now face a battle just to qualify for European competition.
Bologna had the first big chance in the 8th minute through Santiago Castro, but it was Dan Ndoye who made the difference after halftime. The Swiss winger capitalised on a loose ball and smashed it into the net after Theo Hernandez tackled Riccardo Orsolini.
Despite Milan’s reputation for comebacks, The Red and Blues held firm. The Rossoneri’s best chance came in the 71st minute, but Santiago Gimenez’s poor first touch wasted Theo’s cross. Bologna’s defense saw out the win with grit and determination.
The Red and Blues’ future looks bright
This Coppa Italia triumph could signal the start of a new era for The Red and Blues. With Vincenzo Italiano at the helm and young talents like Ndoye stepping up, the club might finally return to consistent relevance in Italian football.
Bologna fans wept with joy as the final whistle confirmed their long-awaited moment of triumph. For a club that had been waiting since 1974, this win means everything.
