Milan broke a three-game winless run in emphatic style, smashing Udinese 4-0 at the Stadio Friuli on Friday. It was the kind of victory that not only rejuvenates a team but also reinforces belief in a new tactical direction. And at the heart of it all was Christian Pulisic, delivering what he has already labeled as his finest performance under Sergio Conceicao.
The win, the Rossoneri’s most decisive since their September demolition of Venezia, offered more than just three points. It brought tactical clarity, attacking fluidity, and a vintage display from a player finally flourishing in Italy. But while fans celebrated a long-awaited victory, Pulisic’s individual milestone quietly cemented a legacy-building moment. His showing was more than just flashy; it was historic.
Sergio Conceicao’s bold move to a 3-4-3 formation reaped immediate dividends. Rafael Leao broke the deadlock with a thunderous effort just before halftime, curling the ball into the top left corner from the edge of the box.
Then came a moment of technical brilliance from the American ace. His pinpoint corner found Strahinja Pavlovic, who powered home Milan’s second. That assist proved pivotal—not just in the game, but in the Serie A record books.
“Best match with Conceicao? Yes, we win and don’t concede goals, that’s very nice,” Pulisic told DAZN. The USMNT star was measured in his post-match praise, but the numbers told a more dramatic story.
Pulisic Quietly Becomes Serie A’s Creative King
It was in the post-match statistics where Pulisic’s influence truly glowed. With that assist, he reached 10 assists in Serie A this season, the most by any player in the league. But that wasn’t the only accolade to fall his way. He also leads all players in chances created, with a whopping 59 key passes. These numbers not only highlight his vision and precision but also prove his evolution from winger to Milan’s creative heartbeat.
Christian Pulisic in Serie A this season 🇮🇹
⚽️ 9 goals (11th in the league)
🅰️ 10 assists (1st in the league)
👍 59 chances created (1st in the league)
Balling 🇺🇸
For a player often criticized for inconsistency at Chelsea, this season has been a rebirth in red and black. His league tally now stands at nine goals and 10 assists, making him one of the most productive attackers in Italy.
Despite the comprehensive win, Milan’s position remains precarious. The club now sits ninth with 51 points, four adrift of Lazio in the Conference League spot and six behind fourth-placed Bologna, who occupy the final Champions League berth.
