The Cult of Calcio
Milan dropped two huge points in a disappointing 2-2 draw against Pisa in the first Serie A meeting between the sides since 1991. Massimiliano Allegri’s side squandered a glorious opportunity to, at least temporarily, extend their lead at the summit to four points.
The stage seemed set for Milan’s routine victory when Rafael Leao’s cross fortuitously found its way into the net. Milan had Pisa on the ropes after netting a seventh-minute opener, yet they unfathomably settled for a narrow lead. Despite enjoying 73% possession in the first half, they failed to create a single scoring chance.
Alberto Gilardino’s side made Milan pay for being complacent as Juan Cuadrado converted a…
