INTERNATIONAL BREAK: MORE PROGRESS TO COME

A solid Serie A campaign, but work to do in the Europa League. After heading into the first – long − international break in late September on the back of an emphatic 3-0 win over Lecce, AC Milan has also reached the second international break of the season – a shorter one, this time − in good shape thanks to a crucial 2-1 win in Genoa. This recent run of games was both important and challenging, offering an early indication of where the team stands and how the season might unfold. And it has delivered some answers.

October was a busy month packed with fixtures and challenges, and November has been no different. On the whole, the Rossoneri have handled the pressure well. Performances have been improving on the pitch, and the team continues to show steady progress. Rúben Amorim's side resumed their campaign in Reggio Emilia, where a frustrating draw was made even worse by an injury to Gabbia. On that topic, injuries have been another challenge: the Rossoneri have had to cope with numerous absences. But rather than make excuses, the squad has come together in the face of adversity.

The team's performances in Serie A and the Europa League must be assessed separately. In the league, the Rossoneri have recorded four wins, one draw and one defeat since the last international break, scoring 15 goals and conceding nine. Their first and only loss came at home against Bologna. The highlight was undoubtedly the impressive and deserved derby victory, a dominant display that built on much of what the team had shown in the 3-2 win over Atalanta. AC Milan has remained among the league's leading sides and currently sits fourth in the table with 24 points from 11 matches. The picture in Europe, however, is less encouraging. Despite an impressive four-goal display in Salzburg, the Rossoneri subsequently suffered defeats in England and at San Siro, slipping down the standings to a position that would currently leave them outside the playoff places.

Moreira has been unstoppable, Pulisic influential, Rabiot indispensable and Cisse decisive. Diego was the derby day hero and has become an increasingly influential and reliable presence; Christian has found his spark and clinical finishing touch again; Adrien has reaffirmed his role as both the heartbeat of the team and a leader through both his ability and personality; and Alphadjo has kept scoring goal after goal, earning himself a call-up to the national team. The aim now is to keep moving forward with humility and ambition, improving in every area and finding the consistency needed to go the distance.

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