Tuesday’s reports indicate that star Milan attacker Rafael Leao is set to miss the team’s first Serie A match of the 2025-26 season after picking up an injury in a Coppa Italia victory over Bari

Christian Pulisic scored as AC Milan advanced to the Second Round of the Coppa Italia with a 2-0 win over Bari.

Starting at striker in Milan’s first competitive match of the season, Pulisic helped lead the team to a 2–0 victory over Serie B side Barri to advance through the first round of the Coppa Italia ahead of their Serie A opening match against Cremonese on Aug. 23.