AC Milan endured the worst possible start to their Serie A campaign, slipping to a 2-1 home defeat against promoted Cremonese on Saturday.

McTominay, a former Manchester United player, and De Bruyne, the ex-Man City captain, scored as Napoli started its Serie A title defence with a 2-0 win.

Napoli defeated Sassuolo 2-0 in the Serie A opener, while Cremonese stunned AC Milan. Barcelona made a stunning comeback to beat Levante 3-2.

Bonazzoli’s bicycle kick stuns Rossoneri on Modric’s frustrating debut

AC Milan will officially start off their 2025–26 Serie A season at home against Cremonese on Saturday, August 23 at 9:45 PM CET (2:45 PM ET/12:45 PM PT).

The match started with a goal by Federico Baschirotto in the 28th minute, who left goalkeeper Mike Maignan with no chance with a precise header. This early goal put the Rossoneri in a tight spot, as they struggled to find their rhythm in the first half.

In an unexpected turn of events, the Cremonese football team triumphed over AC Milan at the iconic San Siro stadium, a feat that sparked enthusiasm and pride among players and fans alike. Coach Davide Nicola reflected on this remarkable achievement,

Milan fell to a 2-1 defeat in their 2025-26 season opener against Cremonese, with a wonder goal from Federico Bonazzoli giving the newly promoted side the three points.