An apparent injury to Rafael Leão made it a bittersweet season debut for AC Milan as the Portugal winger and United States international Christian Pulisic both scored in a 2-0 win over Serie B side Bari in the opening round of the Italian Cup.

Pulisic’s Surprise New Role at Milan – Game-Changer for the USMNT? originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Christian Pulisic might have to deal with a new role at Milan. Manager Massimiliano Allegri tested a new formation in the most recent friendly match against Leeds United — and in this tactical setup, Pulisic is no longer a winger.

The spotlight is on Christian Pulisic more than ever after a summer of takes and scrutiny. One match in, it's so far, so good.

USMNT star Christian Pulisic finds himself in the middle of a controversy between current and former national team players on him missing the Concacaf Gold Cup.

It was a dramatic week for USMNT players abroad, with headlines coming from Italy, the Netherlands, England, and beyond. In Coppa Italia action, Christian Pulisic started for AC Milan as they sought their first cup title since 2003,

Gio Reyna is reportedly more likely to join a Premier League outfit if he leaves Borussia Dortmund than link up with Christian Pulisic at AC Milan.

Pulisic spoke to both when Milan expressed an interest and his integration should not be a problem. This is not like Alexi Lalas’ move to Padova in 1994 when the team was almost entirely Italian.

Manchester United are set to debut in the Premier League and have made a bold decision regarding Rasmus Hojlund, amid rumors of a potential transfer to Christian Pulisic’s AC Milan. This Sunday, Manchester United will kick off their 2025–26 Premier League campaign against Arsenal.