The importance of Cristian Pulisic for Milan
At the start of this season, Cristian Pulisic is proving to be a key player for AC Milan, despite the difficulties the rossoneri club is experiencing in terms of injuries within the attacking sector. The talented American forward is a pillar for the team, and his statistics speak volumes: with 8 goals and 11 shots on target, Pulisic averages 1.7 shots on target per match and an impressive 1.21 goals every 90 minutes, making him the most efficient player in these categories.
The Serie A landscape
The league is currently very competitive: Milan sits second, just one point behind Inter and with only a margin over Napoli and Juventus. The rossoneri have accumulated 35 points, continuing their positive trend since the initial loss against Cremonese. It is crucial for Milan to maintain this run, emphasized by the expectation that the championship will be decided around 82-84 points.
Expectations on Pulisic’s recovery
However, Pulisic is not in perfect physical condition: he is managing discomfort in his hamstring which has forced him to play with certain limitations. Max Allegri has confirmed the necessity for a full recovery for the forward’s maximum efficiency. The return of Nkunku, who scored after 306 days, represents an additional resource for the rossoneri attack, although much will depend on Pulisic’s physical conditions.
Context and future challenges
Milan is now preparing for the match against Cagliari, hoping to also recover Rafael Leão and Matteo Gabbia for the game. Every point is crucial in a tight league where the standings are very close. The club must continue to work hard in training and stay focused, understanding that every mistake could cost them valuable positions in the table.
