AC Milan's win came thanks to Rafael Leao's goal against Hellas Verona. It was the only goal scored, 8 minutes into the start of the match. La Gazzetta dello Sport, commented on the performance of the Rossoneri left-winger and pointed out that Leao has now scored for the third consecutive match in Serie A, which is something that he had never shown before.
As Gazzetta dello Sport writes this morning, Leao has scored for the third consecutive game. Something that the new number 10 in red and black had never shown before. In light of the harsh and tough criticisms he received during the week, it's amusing that Leao - in reality - is probably putting together the best start of his career. He certainly has the potential to do even more: yesterday, like the whole team, he could and should have closed the game earlier, which proved to be balanced until the last second.
A boost is needed for AC Milan and Rafael Leao, too.
The negative side of the coin is noticing that the last three Milan goals, against Roma, Inter, and Hellas, were all scored by Leao. In general, after the break, the Rossoneri have only scored twice in three games, including the Champions League, and it has always been the Portuguese player doing the work in this regard.
Now it's necessary for the other forwards to take the stage. Olivier Giroud, after four goals in three matches, needs a breather, and it was expected. Jovic and Okafor at this point will have to seize the starting opportunities that will be granted to them, perhaps starting from Wednesday in Sardinia against Cagliari.
The Swiss player has shown some flashes as Leao's deputy; the Serbian player has played too little and in very delicate situations, so he still remains a mystery for the fans. But, Stefano Pioli will need all available players for this challenging and long season.
