AC Milan secured a 2‑0 victory over Udinese on Sunday, with Christian Pulisic scoring the opener and Omari Hutchinson adding a second. The win lifted the Rossoneri to fourth place in Serie A, ten points clear of the relegation zone, and marked a bright return to form after a 3‑0 defeat to Bournemouth in the Europa League.
The match began with a quick strike from Luka Modric, who curled a free‑kick over the Udinese defence before Pulisic controlled the ball and slid it past keeper Maduka Okoye. A potential second goal from Davide Bartesaghi was missed when the pair collided in the box. Milan’s goalkeeper Mike Maignan was instrumental in keeping the scoreline shut, fending off long‑range attempts from Mërgim Vojvoda, Jesper Karlström and Hassane Kamara.
Just before halftime, Udinese were given a brief chance when Fikayo Tomori supplied a cross into the six‑yard area. Bartesaghi and Pulisic were in position, but their overlapping runs caused them to interfere with each other, allowing the opportunity to be squandered. The visitors continued to press, but their efforts were largely contained by Milan’s disciplined defence.
Hutchinson, who is on loan from Nottingham Forest, found the net in the 65th minute. After Ardon Jashari’s 20‑yard shot rebounded off Okoye, Hutchinson capitalised on the loose ball to score his first goal for the club. Gonçalo Ramos came close to extending the lead when he hit the crossbar with a shot from eight yards, but Udinese striker Keinan Davis missed the chance to add a third.
The result is a significant step forward for Milan, who had struggled in recent European fixtures but are now performing strongly in domestic competition. With the team back in fourth place, they remain in contention for European qualification, while Udinese continue to fight to avoid relegation. The next round of Serie A matches will determine whether Milan can maintain their momentum and challenge for a spot in the Champions League.