AC Milan's Champions League journey came to a dramatic end at San Siro as defender Theo Hernandez was sent off for an embarrassing dive in their crucial playoff match against Feyenoord.
The Rossoneri, who entered the second leg trailing 1-0, saw their hopes briefly rekindled when Santiago Gimenez found the net in the opening minute to level the aggregate score. However, the turning point came in the second half when Hernandez, already on a yellow card, theatrically went down in the penalty area. The referee showed no hesitation in producing a second yellow card for simulation, reducing Milan to ten men.
The dismissal proved costly for the Italian side, as Julian Carranza later scored what would be the decisive goal for Feyenoord, securing the Dutch team's progression in the competition. This defeat continues Milan's disappointing record in Europe's premier club competition, with the team managing just one appearance in the Champions League last 16 over the past decade.
For Milan, currently languishing in seventh place in Serie A, this early Champions League exit represents a significant setback. Meanwhile, Feyenoord's historic victory earns them a coveted spot in the last 16, where they await the winner of the tie between Arsenal and Inter.
