What happened: The central pairing stayed intact until a 74th-minute substitution, with the returning midfielder completing the match. An attacker returning from injury remained unused, while the visiting captain also played 90 minutes.
Why it matters: AC Milan has won its first two Serie A matches. The midfield selection points to immediate first-team responsibility after a season away.
By the numbers: AC Milan: two wins from two league matches. Returning midfielder: 90 minutes and one shot off the crossbar.
What to watch: Watch whether the same midfield pairing starts again and when the injured attacker returns to the lineup.