AC Milan entered Wednesday’s motion hoping to advance into the UEFA Champions League Spherical of 16, and though Stefano Pioli’s males didn’t attain that objective, the Rossoneri did keep away from a European exit altogether.
Christian Pulisic’s second-half objective helped kick off a 2-1 comeback victory for AC Milan over Newcastle United, clinching it third place in Group F. Samuel Chukwueze’s late winner helped seal the Rossoneri’s spot into the Europa League whereas additionally eliminating the Magpies from Europe.
Joelinton propelled Newcastle United in entrance after 33 minutes, placing the Serie A guests underneath strain. Lewis Miley’s cross was completed off by the Brazilian ahead for a 1-0 Magpies lead.
Nevertheless, AC Milan would combat its method again after halftime by means of the in-form Pulisic. An outstanding staff transfer was began by Yunus Musah and completed off by Pulisic within the field, giving Stefano Pioli’s males a 1-1 equalizer.
It marked Pulisic’s third-straight match with a objective involvement throughout all competitions.
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With each groups urgent for a profitable objective, it was the Rossoneri who delivered. Samuel Chukwueze completed off Noah Okafor’s cross solely 52 seconds after getting into in its place, giving AC Milan a 2-1 lead for good.
Musah logged 83 minutes in midfield whereas Pulisic performed 73 minutes at proper wing. Each gamers will now put together to assist AC Milan make a deep run at a Europa League title in 2024.
The Rossoneri will resume Serie A play on Sunday in opposition to Monza.