Christian Pulisic, the United States standout, achieved a significant milestone by scoring his 10th goal in the Italian league for AC Milan. This marks the first time Pulisic has reached double figures in a league season, surpassing his previous best of nine goals in the English Premier League while playing for Chelsea in the 2019-20 season.
The 25-year-old winger has also netted three goals in European competitions, showcasing his improved scoring prowess since joining Milan last summer. Pulisic's early goal in the match against Lecce not only contributed to Milan's 3-0 victory but also earned him praise from Milan manager Stefano Pioli.
Pioli commended Pulisic's exceptional attitude, professionalism, and work ethic, highlighting the positive impact the player has had on the team. Pulisic's dedication and eagerness to excel have made him a valuable asset for Milan as they aim to strengthen their squad.
In addition to Pulisic's goal, Olivier Giroud and Rafael Leão also found the back of the net against Lecce, who played with 10 men for the entire second half after Nikola Krstovic was sent off. Milan's comfortable win allowed them to make substitutions in preparation for their upcoming Europa League quarterfinal against Roma.
With the victory, second-placed Milan closed the gap to Serie A leaders Inter Milan to 11 points ahead of Inter's match against Udinese. Meanwhile, Lecce remains four points above the relegation zone as they continue their battle to secure their place in the league.
Christian Pulisic's impressive performance and goal-scoring form have not only benefited Milan but have also showcased his talent and determination to succeed at the highest level of European football.
