The Rossoneri were hoping to salvage their disappointing season by winning the Coppa Italia at the Stadio Olimpico. After getting past both Roma and Inter Milan on the road to the final, AC Milan seemed poised to lift the trophy for the first time since 2003.

AC Milan manager Sergio Conceicao reflected on his side’s disappointing Coppa Italia final defeat, acknowledging the struggles of the season and the missed opportunities, yet emphasising the need to look forward with dignity.

Bologna technical director Giovanni Sartori lauded his team's match-winning efforts in the Coppa Italia final, where they beat AC Milan.