Christian Pulisic was compared to Cristiano Ronaldo after a frustrating night in front of goal for AC Milan, but those around the club are keen to avoid putting any blame on the USMNT star.
Milan had chances to take control of their game, with Pulisic getting into good positions and twice coming close. He was unable to turn those openings into goals, prompting talk online that his performance was similar to Ronaldo on nights when the chances come but the finish does not.
The 25-year-old has still been a key figure for Milan this season, reaching 10 goals in all competitions, and there is no sense inside the club that he should be singled out for one match where things did not fall his way.
Milan’s view is that results are shared across the team, and the focus remains on improving their overall level rather than pointing the finger at an individual. Pulisic’s work rate and movement were again noted, even if the final touch was missing.
In that context, the Ronaldo comparison was seen more as a reflection of the standards Pulisic is now being judged by, rather than a criticism of his broader contribution. When a player is consistently involved in decisive moments, missed chances will always be highlighted.
Pulisic, for his part, remains an important part of Milan’s attacking plan as they continue their campaign, with the club determined to keep perspective and back a player who has delivered regularly this season.
