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Pulisic Struggles as Milan Fall Behind Inter
American star remains goalless in 2026 as Rossoneri drop 10 points off the pace
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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Christian Pulisic has endured a difficult start to 2026, failing to score a goal so far this year for AC Milan. The 27-year-old American's recent fitness issues have limited his playing time, and he has struggled to recapture the form that saw him net 8 goals and provide 2 assists in his first 11 Serie A matches this season. Milan's 1-0 home defeat to Parma on Sunday has left them 10 points behind league leaders Inter.
Why it matters
Pulisic's goal drought and Milan's struggles to keep pace with their city rivals Inter are significant developments in the Serie A title race. As one of Milan's key attacking threats, Pulisic's lack of production has been a major factor in their recent slide down the table.
The details
Pulisic last scored in a 3-0 win over Verona on December 28, 2025. Since then, the American has been hampered by fitness issues, including a hamstring injury suffered while on international duty with the USMNT in October and a more recent bursitis problem. These injuries have limited Pulisic to just two Serie A starts since the start of January. When he has played, Pulisic has also been wasteful, missing some big chances against Parma and Fiorentina.
- Pulisic's last goal came on December 28, 2025 in a 3-0 win over Verona.
- Pulisic suffered a hamstring injury while on USMNT duty in October 2025, sidelining him for a month.
- Pulisic has started just 2 Serie A games since the start of January 2026 due to a bursitis issue.
- Milan lost 1-0 at home to Parma on February 23, 2026, leaving them 10 points behind league leaders Inter.
The players
Christian Pulisic
A 27-year-old American midfielder who plays for AC Milan. He has struggled with injuries this season but was in excellent form earlier in the campaign, scoring 8 goals and providing 2 assists in his first 11 Serie A matches.
AC Milan
The Italian professional football club based in Milan, who currently sit second in the Serie A table, 10 points behind city rivals Inter.
Inter Milan
The Italian professional football club based in Milan, who currently lead the Serie A table, 10 points ahead of their city rivals AC Milan.
The takeaway
Pulisic's goal drought and Milan's inability to keep pace with Inter in the Serie A title race highlights the importance of maintaining fitness and form throughout the season. Milan will need Pulisic to rediscover his early-season scoring touch if they are to have any chance of catching their rivals at the top of the table.
