For di recent Champions League match between AC Milan and Club Brugge, Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze steal di show with his impressive performance. Despite Rafael Leao‘s efforts, Chukwueze’s impact was more significant, especially after he came on as a substitute.
AC Milan win di match 3-1, and Chukwueze’s introduction in di second half change di game dynamics. He thrive down di right flank, using his pace and directness to take on his opponents and burst into di box. His assist for Tijjani Reijnders‘ goal was one of di highlights of di match.
Leao, on di other hand, had a mixed game. Though he complete nine dribbles and cause trouble for Brugge’s defense, he fail to deliver di expected end product. His performance was described as frustrating, especially considering di high expectations from di left flank where he and Theo Hernandez operate.
Coach Paulo Fonseca‘s decision to substitute Leao for Noah Okafor and bring on Chukwueze for Ruben Loftus-Cheek was praised. Okafor also made an immediate impact with an assist, but Chukwueze’s contribution was more notable. His direct runs and assists gave AC Milan di edge they needed to secure di win.
Chukwueze’s performance has sparked discussions about his role in di team, with many suggesting that he, along with Christian Pulisic and Okafor, could form a potent attacking trio for AC Milan.