AC Milan's Cisse impresses in season opener amid Pulisic's recovery
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:27 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
AC Milan defeated Torino 2-1 on Sunday to open the Serie A season. Alphadjo Cisse, a 19-year-old winger, scored the opening goal in his first start. AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim praised Cisse's performance as he steps into a starting role with Rafael Leao injured and Christian Pulisic still regaining fitness. Inter Milan also showed strength, winning 4-1 against Monza, while Juventus secured a narrow 1-0 victory at Frosinone. The next Serie A matchday is scheduled for later this week.
- •Alphadjo Cisse scored for AC Milan in their 2-1 win over Torino.
- •Christian Pulisic is still recovering from a leg injury.
- •Inter Milan won their opener 4-1 against Monza.
- •Juventus defeated Frosinone 1-0 in their season debut.
- •The next Serie A matchday is later this week.
- 3:27 PMCBS Sports — Serie A hot takes: AC Milan's gem shines and that could mean more competition for USMNT's Christian Pulisic
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