Overview
- Pulisic was named to the bench at Como, with Rafael Leão and Christopher Nkunku starting up front in a two‑forward setup.
- Allegri is managing Pulisic’s workload after a recent hamstring layoff and a heavy schedule, with another league match against Lecce looming.
- Following a 1-1 draw at Fiorentina, Fabio Capello criticized Pulisic’s missed chances while Allegri dismissed hypotheticals and stressed focusing on results.
- Como coach Cesc Fàbregas confirmed the Stadio Sinigaglia pitch was widened by over one meter with Serie A approval to better handle opponents’ pressure.
- Milan’s board priority to renew Luka Modrić’s contract remains unresolved, with reporting suggesting potential minute management as talks continue.