Milan stars Mike Maignan and Luka Modric were very critical of the Roma penalty in their 1-1 draw at the Stadio Olimpico. ‘I don`t think they would`ve scored` without it.

The goalkeeper really does raise his game when facing the Giallorossi, as his series of at San Siro helped secure the 1-0 victory in November 2025.

That included parrying a Paulo Dybala penalty, but this time Lorenzo Pellegrini just about managed to put the spot-kick past his fingertips for a 1-1 draw, cancelling out the Koni De Winter opener.

"We came here for the three points," Serie A Man of the Match Maignan told DAZN Italia.

"Roma are a very difficult team to play against, especially on their own turf. We had the chances to score a second goal, it`s a pity we didn`t do more to bring home the full result.

"It`s also a pity that we conceded on that penalty that I don`t want to comment on. It`s in the past now. What is Bartesaghi meant to do, cut his arms off? The ball is knocked onto his arm. They could even have given another on Pulisic."

Davide Bartesaghi`s arm was outstretched when Zeki Celik`s knockback struck it, whereas Pulisic`s arm was hanging limply by his side on the second appeal from Wesley.

"There are many strong teams in Italy challenging for the top spots, we know every point matters. We play every game looking to win and want to continue our journey."

This result means Milan remain in second place, but are now five points adrift of leaders Inter, opening up a four-point advantage over both Roma and Napoli in joint third.

The more important concern is looking over their shoulders in the fight for a Champions League spot, as Juventus are five points behind and Como seven.

"I think we started the game well for 15-20 minutes, then Roma started dominating the game and Mike was saving us, but we managed to survive the first half," confessed Modric to DAZN Italia.

"The second half was much better, we created chances and without this unlucky penalty that wasn`t a penalty, I don`t think they would`ve scored a goal."

Milan are now unbeaten in 21 Serie A rounds, since the opening weekend defeat to Cremonese in August 2025, the longest positive streak in Europe`s top five leagues this season.

"We are still continuing without losing, it`s a positive thing, but we are unhappy we couldn`t manage to stay 1-0 up. We are looking forward to the next match," concluded Modric.

Roma 1-1 Milan - Player Ratings

Roma: Svilar 6; Mancini 6.5, N`Dicka 5.5, Ghilardi 6.5; Celik 7, Cristante 6, Kone 6 (Pisilli 6), Wesley 5.5; Soule 5.5, Dybala 6 (Pellegrini 7), Malen 5.5 (Vaz 6)

Best Roma player: Zeki Celik - The wing-back was impressive tonight both offensively and defensively. He did not give the likes of Rafael Leao or Davide Bartesaghi much room to breathe down the flank and protected Mancini on the right-hand side of defence. Helped win the penalty to give Roma their equaliser.

Lowest Roma rating: Donyell Malen - After an impressive debut, the Dutchman was brought back down to earth tonight. Was extremely wasteful, having seven shots without finding the back of the net, and equally not doing much to open up chances for his teammates. A little on the selfish side, must do better in big games.

Coach: Gian Piero Gasperini 7 - Bit of a weird one for the Roma coach, who initially set up his team very well. Roma gave Milan little sniff of the game within the first hour and Gasperini`s set-up dominated, yet were unable to convert their chances - which, in fairness, is no fault of the coach.

Milan: Maignan 7; Tomori 6.5, Gabbia 6, De Winter 7; Saelemaekers 5.5 (Athekame 6), Ricci 6.5 (Loftus-Cheek N/A), Modric 7, Rabiot 6.5, Bartesaghi 5.5; Nkunku 5.5 (Pulisic 6), Leao 5 (Fullkrug 6)

Best Milan player: Mike Maignan - Had to be at his best tonight to withstand the Roma barrage and he, largely, did just that. Made a handful of truly superb saves in the first half to keep the deadlock intact but cannot be expected to save every single penalty he faces.

Lowest Milan rating: Rafael Leao - Maybe Leao gets judged harshly but he is, after all, supposed to be the Rossoneri`s main man. However, did not have very much involvement tonight before Allegri opted to switch from Nkunku and Leao to Pulisic and Fullkrug in attack. Disappointing hour of football for the Portuguese.

Coach: Massimiliano Allegri 7 - Was very nearly a classic Allegri masterclass before Roma`s equaliser from the spot. Allegri`s defensive nous and big game tactics denied the Giallorossi the three points, although it is fair to say his substitutions did enough to turn the game on its head.