We are there. It is almost the final match of this season, such an important and controversial one, which saw Milan almost unknowingly compete with Inter for an impossible league title until March, before then collapsing badly and ending up fighting for Champions League qualification. A noble objective, of course, but perhaps some regret remains over points dropped and moments played below the required level.
The second half of the season for Christian Pulisic has not been good, rather, it has been poor. From an unstoppable driving force to a “case”, lost in attack. His last assist in Genoa for Athekame is just a drop of honey on a bitter slice of bread.
Usual driving force
In the first half of the season, Pulisic was a true leader, a driving force who over the past two years in Italy has accustomed everyone to great plays, goals, and personality even in difficult moments. In fact, the American together with Leão has been the most decisive player from 2023 to today. Not by coincidence, Milan’s fortunes under Allegri were based heavily, very heavily, on the performances of the two. Chris was exceptional until January. Goals in big matches (derby) and braces in difficult situations (the two goals against Torino, with fever).
Pulisic - The collapse and the realisation
A physical and mental drop can happen; in fact, it is normal in the development process of a player at this level. But like this, perhaps it is a bit too much. Pulisic has always accustomed fans to great plays and consistently strong numbers. For this reason, the collapse in January is something inexplicable. Personal issues? Fatigue? Or simply a bad spell. The fact is that his last league goal dates back to 28 December. This cannot be normal, also considering the importance the player has had, has, and will have at Milan. On Sunday against Cagliari, there is a sweet and romantic chance to rediscover his lost scoring touch and perhaps, after the World Cup, to take Milan back into his hands, as told via Milannews.it.
