MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 24: Henrik Meister of Pisa SC is challenged by Alexis Saelemaekers of AC Milan during the Serie A match between AC Milan and Pisa SC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on October 24, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
Pisa goalscorer Juan Cuadrado and Milan’s late hero Zachary Athekame offered contrasting emotions after a dramatic 2-2 draw at San Siro, where the Rossoneri were forced to salvage a point deep into stoppage time.
Cuadrado, who converted the penalty that brought Pisa level, praised his side’s personality and resilience.
Speaking to Sky Sport, via MilanNews, he admitted there was a mix of pride and regret. “I’m happy for the goal and for the team’s performance,” he said. “There’s some regret because we saw the finish line so close. But this draw must give us confidence for the next matches. With this hunger and personality we can do very well.”
ITALY – OCTOBER 24: Juan Cuadrado of Pisa SC celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Serie A match at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on October 24, 2025 in Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
The Colombian also underlined his continued joy for the game. “Football changed my life. I’m very happy to be here and for the trust of the coach and staff. I try to stay at 100% every day – I’m really enjoying myself.”
Milan new boy Athekame disappointed despite late equaliser
On the opposite side, Athekame, who struck a late equaliser to deny Pisa a famous win, was far less satisfied.
Milan’s young summer signing made it clear that the Rossoneri expected more. “I’m not happy with the result. We wanted to win and it was very important for us,” he said, via MilanNews.
“It was important to win at home and we didn’t play very well. Now we must work.”
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With the Rossoneri facing tougher fixtures ahead, Athekame urged focus rather than frustration. “We have two important games coming up. We must look forward,” he added.
The draw leaves Milan ruing missed opportunities, while Pisa leave San Siro with belief and momentum – both scorers capturing the emotional divide of a fiery evening in Serie A.
Read our full match report for Milan 2-2 Pisa here.
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