"Milan now work like this: either Christian is available or Rafa is available, and whoever plays almost always scores. Pulisic has the best minutes-to-goal ratio in Italy: one goal for every 76 minutes of Serie A played. Leao is third with 121: ahead of him is only Bonny at Inter."
"Leao scored eight goals in 2,323 minutes in Serie A last season: one every 290 minutes. The previous season, he scored nine goals in 2,512 minutes: one every 279. In 2022-23, his best offensive season, he scored 15 goals in 2,421 minutes: one every 161 minutes. Now, he is doing even better."
"The American, on the other hand, continues his unique interpretation of the role. Pulisic reads between the lines and always finds a way to be in the right place at the right time, whether starting from the right, left or centre. As a second striker, he has fewer defensive duties, plays closer to the penalty area, and always arrives fresh. Allegri has freed them up, empowered them, and brought them closer to the goal. The signs suggest it has worked."
Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao have started together only twice this season, yet each delivers outstanding scoring efficiency when selected. Pulisic leads Serie A with a goal every 76 minutes, while Leao ranks third at 121 minutes per goal. Leao's scoring rate has markedly improved compared with previous seasons, aided by central positioning and penalty duties. Pulisic has dramatically increased his goals-per-minute rate after a summer transformation and benefits from operating closer to goal with reduced defensive workload. Allegri has adjusted roles to free and empower both attackers. Reuniting the pair as a regular front two remains the next tactical step.
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