Pulisic sparks win as Amorim matches 71‑year record
AC Milan secured a 2-0 victory over Udinese last Sunday, a result that lifted the Rossoneri back into the Serie A top four. American forward Christian Pulisic opened the scoring, while Omari Hutchinson added a second. The win also gave manager Ruben Amorim a historic milestone, matching a seven‑decade‑old club record.
His strike came after just six minutes, timing a run to meet Luka Modric’s lofted free‑kick. Pulisic controlled the ball expertly before slotting it past goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, a finish that showcased his movement and technical quality. The early lead set the tone for Milan’s dominance.
Hutchinson's first strike
Omari Hutchinson earned his first goal for Milan in the second half. A low effort from Ardon Jashari was parried, and Hutchinson reacted swiftly to convert the rebound, rewarding Amorim’s decision to start him. The goal gave Milan a comfortable cushion and underscored Hutchinson’s growing confidence.
His overall performance earned him player‑of‑the‑match honours, underscoring a return to form after a prolonged scoring drought. Pulisic has now found the net twice in his last four Serie A outings, with goals against Lecce and Udinese.
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The win also served as a timely answer to Milan’s disappointing midweek loss to Bournemouth, demonstrating the squad’s resilience despite several injury absences. With key players missing, Amorim’s side showed they can adapt and bounce back. The squad’s ability to adapt was evident throughout the game, a confidence boost ahead of a demanding week that includes matches against Bologna and the derby with Inter.
Amorim matches historic eight‑match run
Amorim’s unbeaten start now stands at eight Serie A matches, comprising five wins and three draws. Opta noted, “Ruben Amorim is the third coach to remain unbeaten in each of his first eight matches in charge of Milan in Serie A, after Hector Puricelli in 1955 (eight as well) and Luis Carniglia in 1963 (unbeaten in his first 13).”
Next milestone: Carniglia's 13‑match run
While Amorim now equals Puricelli’s eight‑match feat, Luis Carniglia’s record of thirteen consecutive unbeaten Serie A matches at the start of his Milan tenure remains the next target. The manager will need five more league games without defeat to match that benchmark. Achieving this would place him alongside the club’s most revered early‑era tacticians.
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Looking ahead, Milan face Bologna before the highly anticipated derby against Inter, a schedule that will test squad depth amid ongoing injuries. Amorim’s tactical flexibility has already helped the side navigate difficult moments, but maintaining defensive concentration for the full ninety minutes will be crucial. Effective rotation will be vital to keep fresh legs for the intense run of fixtures. Pulisic’s resurgence, highlighted by his recent double‑figure in goals, offers a further boost as the Rossoneri chase consistency.