Tomori's Yellow Card Costs Milan Ahead of Fiorentina Showdown
9 January 2026
Tomori's costly card before Fiorentina clash
AC Milan's English defender Fikayo Tomori again let emotions outrun judgment as Milan prepare to visit Fiorentina at Artemio Franchi in Serie A round 20.
Tomori earned a late yellow card in the 90+9 minute of Milan's draw with Genoa after celebrating a Genoa penalty miss by Stanchio, a moment that earned him a booking and, with accumulated cautions, could rule him out of the next match.
La Gazzetta dello Sport highlighted that Tomori has a habit of celebrating opponents when penalties are missed, a trait Milan would prefer not to see repeated on the field.
Not the first time: celebrations under scrutiny
The same source noted this is not a one off; a similar reaction followed a late penalty miss in the Derby in November, though no card was shown then. The club and supporters hope such moments do not become a trend that undermines sportsmanship.
With Tomori suspended for the Fiorentina clash, Milan face a crucial test in their title bid, underscoring how discipline can shape a season as much as goals and saves.
Punchline 1: If yellow cards paid fines, Tomori would be rich enough to buy a new calendar for his celebrations.
Punchline 2: Maybe next time he should celebrate with a polite round of handshakes—less drama, more points.
