Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie took the field for AC Milan and Juventus as both sides settled for a point in a frustrating Serie A game over the weekend.
Weston McKennie put in a strong performance for Juventus with an assist as they strengthened their hold on a Champions League place in their win over Bologna.
Weston McKennie provided two assists for Juventus in a frustrating defeat to Inter Milan, while Gianluca Busio scored a goal to help Venezia trounce Jonathan Klinsmann and Cesena.
Weston McKennie scored a goal to help Juventus to a point against Lazio, while Gianluca Busio continued their charge to promotion from Serie B with a win over Frosinone.
Weston McKennie scored a much-needed goal as Juventus could only muster a point against Lecce in Serie A action.
Weston McKennie helped Juventus secure a thrilling 4-3 victory over Inter Milan, returning to the starting lineup. Meanwhile, Yunus Musah debuted for Atalanta in a commanding 4-1 win against Lecce. Both teams are gaining momentum as they prepare for upcoming Champions League matches.
Milan’s Yunus Musah started his last match for the team, contributing to a 2-0 victory over Lecce before moving to Atalanta. Christian Pulisic, who came off the bench, scored the second goal. In Serie B, Gianluca Busio helped Venezia secure a 0-0 draw despite a first-half red card.
Yunus Musah has joined Atalanta Bergamo on a one-season loan from AC Milan, with an option to buy next summer. The 22-year-old midfielder aims to bolster a transitioning squad after Atalanta’s coaching change. Musah’s versatility also addresses defensive gaps, and he is the first American player for the club amid their continued European competition.
In the opening of the Serie A season, AC Milan suffered a 1-2 loss to newly promoted Cremonese, with Christian Pulisic showing moments of quality but failing to impact the scoreline significantly. In Serie B, Jonathan Klinsmann excelled, securing a 3-1 victory for Cesena against Pescara. Other Americans like Gianluca Busio, Weston McKennie and Andrija Novakovich had mixed results.
Andrija Novakovich has joined AC Reggiana 1919 on a two-year contract after leaving Venezia. The American forward, who has spent time on loan at Lecco and Bari, sought a permanent move after not fitting into Venezia’s plans. Reggiana aims to improve from their 14th place finish in Serie B last season.
