AC Milan concluded the 2024-25 season on a profoundly disappointing note, failing to secure qualification for any European competition in the upcoming 2025-26 campaign. This outcome represents a significant setback for the club and its players, including USMNT star Christian Pulisic, who will miss out on continental football next season.
The Rossoneri`s inability to finish within the top six in the domestic league standings, coupled with their defeat in the Coppa Italia final, ultimately sealed their fate. It marked one of the most challenging seasons in recent memory for the club under the ownership of the RedBird group led by Gerry Cardinale.
The season was characterized by inconsistent performances and leadership changes. Following a difficult start, the club made a coaching alteration, which, despite leading to a Supercoppa Italiana victory as a brief highlight, did not translate into sustained positive results in other competitions. The team also exited European knockout stages prior to reaching the later rounds.
With speculation surrounding further structural and personnel changes, including the search for a new sporting director and the anticipated departure of the current head coach, the 2024-25 season will primarily be remembered for its significant underperformance and the resulting absence from European football, impacting key players like Christian Pulisic.
