Bologna's reward comes not only in the form of a first major trophy in 51 years, with this victory at the Stadio Olimpico sending them into next season's Europa League

Bologna manager Vincenzo Italiano said his side earned the Coppa Italia trophy by learning from their recent defeat to AC Milan and delivering a performance worthy of the occasion.

Manchester City have contacted AC Milan to register their interest in Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders.Talks remain in the early stages and no formal bid has been submitted, but City are expected

The last Coppa Italia won by Milan bears Serginho’s signature. He scored two goals in the first leg, namely in the 4-1 victory away to Roma, and he got the assist for Rivaldo’s goal in the return leg, played three days after lifting the Champions League in the final in Manchester against Juventus.