 There was a small controversy, however, when the Milan Ultras fans known as "Brigate Rossonere" protested against Maldini as he said goodbye.His last appearance for Milan, and his last game as an active player, was a 2–0 win against Fiorentina on 31 May 2009 in the last match of the Serie A season.This win meant Milan finished in third place and qualified for the following season's Champions League.