AC Milan defeated Lecce 3–0 at San Siro as Christian Pulisic, Adrien Rabiot and Diego Moreira scored to send the Rossoneri back to winning ways in Serie A.
🔥 A Big Night at San Siro
There was plenty to celebrate at a historic San Siro as AC Milan produced a convincing 3–0 victory over Lecce on Matchday 5 of the 2026/27 Serie A season.
After a difficult run that included a defeat to Benfica in the Europa League and a draw against Lazio, Milan responded with an authoritative performance in front of their home supporters.
Christian Pulisic opened the scoring, before Adrien Rabiot doubled the advantage after the break. Substitute Diego Moreira then completed the victory with a superb individual goal.
The result lifted Milan to 11 points, putting the Rossoneri alone in fifth place and just two points behind the leading trio of Inter, Roma and Lazio.
🎯 Pulisic Breaks the Deadlock
Milan needed only 14 minutes to find the breakthrough.
Christian Pulisic, making his first Serie A start of the season, produced a moment of individual quality.
Pavlović launched a long ball toward the American forward. Pulisic controlled it beautifully, brought the ball onto his left foot and calmly finished beyond goalkeeper Wladimiro Falcone.
It was Pulisic's first goal of the Serie A season and immediately gave Milan control of the match.
The goal also demonstrated why Milan were able to play with greater attacking freedom after taking the lead.
🧠 Milan Control the First Half
Lecce remained organised despite conceding early.
The visitors attempted to keep their defensive shape and limit the spaces between their lines, while Milan circulated possession and looked for openings.
The Rossoneri created opportunities to extend their advantage but were unable to find a second goal before the interval.
Maignan was also called upon when necessary, although Lecce struggled to create sustained pressure.
Milan's territorial control was reflected in the final statistics, with the Rossoneri enjoying 68.8% possession and recording 10 total shots compared with Lecce's six.
🧨 Rabiot Doubles the Advantage
The second half began with Lecce attempting to change the momentum.
But Milan quickly regained control.
After a Pavlović goal was ruled out for offside, the Rossoneri finally found their second in the 61st minute.
It was an excellent team move.
Pulisic combined with Adrien Rabiot, who then involved Gonçalo Ramos in the attack. Ramos cleverly returned the ball to Rabiot, allowing the French midfielder to finish at the near post.
Milan 2–0 Lecce.
The goal gave the hosts breathing room and significantly reduced Lecce's hopes of returning to the match.
⚡ Moreira Seals the Victory
The third goal arrived in the 73rd minute, and it was another example of Milan's ability to punish mistakes.
Diego Moreira won possession, accelerated toward the penalty area and created enough space to beat Falcone.
The Portuguese attacker finished the move to make it 3–0.
It was Moreira's third consecutive Serie A goal, following his brace against Lazio, giving him three league goals across his last two appearances.
The substitute's contribution added another positive element to an already impressive evening for Milan.
🛡️ Maignan Keeps a Clean Sheet
With a three-goal advantage, Milan controlled the final stages of the match intelligently.
Lecce attempted to respond, but the visitors lacked the attacking threat required to seriously unsettle the Rossoneri defence.
Mike Maignan remained composed and helped preserve Milan's clean sheet.
The final whistle confirmed a comfortable 3–0 victory, with Milan finishing the evening having controlled the match from start to finish. AC Milan's official report described the performance as one of sustained territorial and game control.
🧩 Tactical Analysis
AC Milan: Width, Possession and Vertical Attacks
Ruben Amorim again used a 3-4-2-1, with Milan building from three defenders and using their wing-backs to stretch Lecce's defensive shape.
Rabiot played an important role in midfield, while Pulisic and Saelemaekers operated behind Gonçalo Ramos.
The structure allowed Milan to combine patiently before suddenly accelerating through the central channels.
Pulisic's early goal was crucial because it forced Lecce to become more adventurous, creating additional spaces for Milan to exploit.
Lecce: Organised but Unable to Sustain Pressure
Eusebio Di Francesco's side used a 4-3-3 formation.
Lecce initially defended in an organised manner and avoided completely collapsing after the opening goal.
However, the team struggled to turn defensive resistance into meaningful attacking pressure.
Once Rabiot scored the second goal, Milan were able to manage the match with considerably less pressure.
📊 Match Overview
| Detail | AC Milan | Lecce |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 3 | 0 |
| Competition | Serie A 2026/27 | Serie A 2026/27 |
| Matchday | 5 | 5 |
| Stadium | San Siro | San Siro |
| Possession | 68.8% | 31.2% |
| Total Shots | 10 | 6 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 3 |
| Corners | 2 | 3 |
| Formation | 3-4-2-1 | 4-3-3 |
| Attendance | 73,197 | 73,197 |
The attendance was 73,197, with the match forming part of the celebrations surrounding San Siro's centenary.
⏱️ Goals Timeline
14' — 1–0 Milan: Christian Pulisic
Pulisic controls Pavlović's long ball and finishes with his left foot.
61' — 2–0 Milan: Adrien Rabiot
A flowing Milan move ends with Rabiot finishing at the near post.
73' — 3–0 Milan: Diego Moreira
Moreira wins possession, drives forward and finishes his individual move.
⭐ Player of the Match: Christian Pulisic
Christian Pulisic provided the spark Milan needed.
His early goal immediately changed the complexion of the match, while his movement created problems for Lecce throughout the evening.
After returning to the starting XI, the American delivered exactly what Milan needed: attacking quality and an important opening goal.
Sky Sport also identified Pulisic as the standout performer, highlighting his decisive contribution in the 3–0 victory.
📈 What the Victory Means
The three points moved Milan to 11 points from five matches, leaving them fifth in the Serie A standings and only two points behind the leaders.
The result was particularly important because Milan had entered the match following a difficult period that included the Europa League defeat to Benfica and a draw against Lazio.
For Lecce, the defeat leaves the club on six points after five league matches.
Milan now have a stronger platform heading into the international break, while Amorim will hope the performance provides momentum for the next stage of the campaign.
🏁 Final Thoughts
San Siro witnessed a night of controlled Milan dominance.
Pulisic opened the door, Rabiot strengthened the advantage and Moreira slammed it shut.
The 3–0 scoreline reflected a disciplined performance in which Milan combined possession, attacking movement and defensive control.
For a team looking to establish a new identity under Ruben Amorim, this was exactly the kind of response the Rossoneri needed.
After five Serie A matches, Milan are firmly positioned near the top of the table — and with performances like this, the pressure on the teams above them is beginning to grow.
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