Christian Pulisic continues to have a breakout season for AC Milan this campaign and arguably the biggest area of improvement has come in his corner kicks. That proved crucial against Real Madrid in their UEFA Champions League match Tuesday.
The U.S. international dropped a pinpoint assist off of a corner in the 12th minute to find Malick Thaw on a headed goal to score Milan's opener. It was Pulisic's fourth overall assist of the season, in 13 matches, and continues to show his quality.
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Pulisic has been a shining light for a team that has struggled with inconsistency all season long.
AC Milan are in desperate situation as they have three points in three Champions League fixtures. If they fail to pick up a win or two, they will struggle to advance to the knockout stages. The team currently sits 18th in the new UCL table format.
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