Samuel Chukwueze provided an assist after coming off the bench, but AC Milan were denied victory as Juventus scored deep into stoppage time to secure a 1-1 draw in Sunday’s Serie A top clash, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The Super Eagles winger entered the game in the second half and quickly made an impact, setting up Alphadjo Cissé for Milan’s opener.
Chukwueze delivered a long ball towards the left side of the box, with Cissé controlling possession before cutting inside Manuel Locatelli and firing a low finish beyond Guglielmo Vicario.
The assist was Chukwueze’s second in the Serie A this season, having also set up a goal in Milan’s 2-1 away victory over Torino on September 23.
Juventus had enjoyed the better opportunities during a tightly contested first half, but Milan remained organised and dangerous on the counter under new head coach Rúben Amorim.
The visitors continued to push for an equaliser after falling behind and eventually got their reward in the 92nd minute.
Federico Gatti rose highest to meet a Teun Koopmeiners free-kick delivery and powered his header beyond Mike Maignan to rescue a point for Juventus.
The result leaves both Milan and Juventus unbeaten after three Serie A matches in the 2026/27 campaign. The two sides have seven points apiece from two wins and a draw, with Milan fourth and Juventus fifth.
They remain two points behind joint leaders Roma and Inter, who have collected maximum points from their opening three matches, while Como are also on seven points.
Chukwueze has made an encouraging start to life at Milan under Amorim following his return from a loan spell at Fulham during the 2025/26 season.
The Portuguese coach has primarily deployed the Nigerian as a right wing-back in his 3-4-2-1 system, placing greater emphasis on his work rate, character and ability on the ball rather than his traditional defensive qualities.
Amorim has praised the winger’s mentality, insisting that defending is “about spirit and character, which Chukwueze has,” while also acknowledging his improvement in that area.
The tactical change appears to be bringing the best out of Chukwueze’s pace, dribbling ability and direct attacking style.
The Nigerian has also embraced the increased defensive responsibilities, with his early performances suggesting he could become an important high-energy option on Milan’s right flank as the club targets a strong Serie A campaign.