An impressive performance from other half -gear Christian Pulisik helped Milan Beat Empoli 2-0 In a nail -biting series a match. The US international provided two crucial assistsSet both Rafael Leao and Mexican striker Santiago Gimenez. The match was a story about two halves, as an unfortunate first 45 minutes gave way to an eventful second period filled with goals, Two red cardsand Pulisic’s game change performance.
The opening half at Carlo Castellani Stadium was largely inevitable, as both sides fought to adapt to the rainy conditions. Thus Rossoneri boss Sergio Concepticao Was uninterested in the first half screen and made crucial changes at the break. Christian Pulisic, Rafael Leao and Santiago Gimenez were all introduced and the impact was immediate.
But Milan’s momentum was stopped when Fikayo Tomori was shown a second yellow card in 55th minuteleaving the away with 10 men. Empoli could not take advantage of long, as only 10 minutes laterdefender Luca Marianucci was sent to have kicked GimenezReduces the home team to 10 men as well. With the match back to the level, Milan seized the control—And Pulisic rose.
With Empoli struggling to reorganize, Pulisic created the breakthrough in the 68th minute. American delivered a short cross to Rafael Leaothat timed their driving perfectly and directed a powerful heading past Empoli goalkeeper Vasquez.
The 26-year-old was not finished yet. Just seven minutes later, he orchestrated another moment of shine. Holding up the game in the counterHe made his passport to perfection, which allows Santiago Gimenez to cut inside and release a left strike in the upper corner. It was one Dream first goal for the Mexican forward, who had joined Milan for 35 million euros on Deadline Day.
Pulisic wins the Motm Award and reacts to victory
After his decisive performance, Pulisic was named the man in the match. Spoken to DaznHe emphasized the importance of victory and quality within Milan’s squad: “The three points are the most important. A little difficulties during the first half, but during the second half we played well. This is the breath, we have a lot of quality in this team with him [Gimenez] And the others. “
In spite of the winnings, Milan is still facing a battle to secure a top-four finish in Serie A. On the question of the club’s ambitions, Pulisic was clear: “We want texture and finish in the top four. That’s our goal. “
Gimenez’s first goal in red and black
The night was too Special for Santiago GimenezWho made his first Milan goal Just a few days after debuting. The Mexican striker, signed from Feyenoordhas been proclaimed as a long -term solution in Milan’s front line. With his movement, finishing and physical presenceHe was able to play a key role in Serie A Giant’s campaign.
“I am really grateful for the team, it was a good opportunity to come here. Games are always difficult in Serie A, So we had to push really hard, but we did it ”, The 23-year-old Acealso told Dazn After the match.
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