AC Milan showed why they stand so tall in Serie A with a comprehensive 3-0 drubbing of Lecce. This match on a Friday evening was all about Milan’s explosive display in the first half with three quick strikes for those goals, in just five minutes, sealing the game. Let’s dive into how they managed to pull off such an impressive win.
A Strong Start
AC Milan needed to be much more aware in this encounter, as they had come in full confidence. The team had just won a tough derby against Inter Milan and was interested in keeping the momentum. This match started slowly, but it was ignited as Alvaro Morata’s header blew off in the 38th minute. He was so perfect to connect with a free kick that took Theo Hernandez by catching the ball into the net off the bar, setting the tone for the rest of the half.
Just three minutes into the match, Morata really opened the scoring for his team. Theo Hernandez, whose attack was to be remembered, scored a tremendous goal by firing it into the roof of the net. He received a super-accurate pass from Rafael Leao and converted that within the roof. This goal made him equal Paolo Maldini, who is the defender with the most goals scored in Serie A for Milan, 29 goals. His input is very vital for the team.
Pulisic Adds to the Lead
The action didn’t let up. Two minutes before the half, Christian Pulisic made it three. The quick reaction on a rebound into Tammy Abraham’s striking attempt on the post made way for the goal. So quick to happen, that it piled so much pressure on Lecce, leaving the side reeling at the break.
Despite the final result, Lecce had their moments during the game. They were keen to find openings, especially when they got it on the counter-attack. They had total attempts at a goal of 16; this comes out to show that they tried to make it a game. What mostly worked against them was that they could not translate efforts into goals. Their best intentions came with excellent defense from AC Milan and some failed shots.
AC Milan continued playing hard to defend and, at the same time, to try to get more goals. Ruben Loftus-Cheek hit the bar with a powerful shot. Though well ahead, AC Milan kept focused on holding the game. Matters began to worsen after substitute Davide Bartesaghi was red-carded for fouling Lecce’s Lameck Banda in the 80th minute. Milan had ten, but playing with ten men could only muddle things further, and they held on.
Historical Background
This was a momentous occasion for AC Milan. They now scored three or more goals in the first half of two consecutive home matches for the first time since 2009. Such potency forward is remembered as in their best days and this season looks like a promising way. Moreover, after this victory, they climbed to the second position on the league table, on equal points with Torino.
AC Milan proved their good form by winning 3-0 over Lecce, characterized by brilliant teamwork, not to mention the attack power they now boast under stars like Morata and Hernandez or Pulisic. There is, therefore, every reason AC Milan fans can cheer themselves up for a thrilling season ahead in one of the Champions League matches against Bayer Leverkusen. This will boost their confidence, but remind everyone of Milan’s rich footballing history and what they aspire to have in this season.
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