AC Milan managed to secure a hard-fought 4-2 victory over Slavia Prague in an exciting first leg of their Europa League round-of-16 matchup at San Siro Stadium. The match was filled with twists and turns, culminating in a late goal by Christian Pulisic that sealed the win for the Italian side.
The game kicked off with an early goal from Oliver Giroud, who scored a close-range header from a pinpoint cross by Rafael Leao. However, Slavia Prague quickly leveled the score with a spectacular long-range volley from David Doudera that beat Milan’s goalkeeper, Mike Maignan. Tijjani Reijnders restored Milan’s lead with a well-placed shot, followed by Ruben Loftus-Cheek’s headed goal just before half-time, giving Milan a comfortable 3-1 lead.
Despite being reduced to 10 men after El Hadji Malick Diouf was shown a red card in the first half, Slavia Prague showed resilience and managed to pull one back in the 65th minute through a powerful strike from Ivan Schranz. However, Pulisic’s late goal ultimately sealed the victory for Milan, showcasing their determination and strength as a team.
Christian Pulisic’s goal in the dying minutes of the match was crucial in securing the win for Milan. His goal not only demonstrated his clinical finishing ability but also highlighted his importance to the team this season. With nine goals in all competitions and seven assists so far, Pulisic has been a key contributor to Milan’s success, surpassing his goal tally from his time at Chelsea.
With this important victory in the first leg, AC Milan now have a strong advantage heading into the second leg of the Europa League round-of-16 tie against Slavia Prague. The team will be looking to maintain their momentum and secure a spot in the next round of the competition as they continue their pursuit of European glory.
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