AC Milan Vs Hellas Verona Player Ratings as Pulisic Sets the Tone, Nkunku Brace Secures Dominant 3-0 Victory

A ruthless performance from Milan saw them cruise to a comfortable 3-0 victory over a struggling Hellas Verona side. The match, played at the iconic Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, was a showcase of Milan's offensive power. The result never really felt in doubt once the home side found their rhythm.

The first half was a tale of patience and persistence. AC Milan controlled possession but had to wait until the first-half stoppage time to break the deadlock. Christian Pulisic was the man to provide the breakthrough, finding the net after a corner. This match truly tilted in Milan's favor right after the restart.

The second half began with immediate drama. Christopher Nkunku won and converted a penalty, doubling the lead and crushing any hopes of a Hellas Verona comeback. He wasn't done there, adding his second goal just five minutes later to seal the deal. It was a commanding display in this Serie A clash, with the midfield, in particular, running the show for the Rossoneri.

Christopher Nkunku Delivers a Brilliant Brace in AC Milan Player Ratings

Check out the AC Milan player ratings for the AC Milan vs Hellas Verona fixture.

Goalkeeper

Mike Maignan - 6.5: Had very little to do for most of the game, a testament to his team's dominance. He made one comfortable save from inside the box. What stood out to us was his distribution, completing 19 passes and starting attacks from the back. It was a quiet but composed performance from the captain.

Defenders

Koni De Winter - 7.0: A really solid outing for the defender. He was strong in the air, winning four aerial duels, and won five of his six total duels. His pass accuracy of 89% showed his composure on the ball. From our perspective, he was a reliable and untroubled presence at the back.

Fikayo Tomori - 7.0: Showcased his class before being substituted late on. With a 95% pass accuracy, he was incredibly clean in possession. He also made two important interceptions and a clearance.

Strahinja Pavlović - 6.5: He was a physical force, winning six of his duels and making six clearances. However, he did lose possession eight times, which was a little concerning. Overall, he did his defensive duties without any major errors and contributed to the clean sheet.

Midfielders

Ruben Loftus-Cheek - 6.5: A mixed but generally positive performance. He was a handful, drawing three fouls and looking to drive forward. He did miss a big chance, but his energy was key before he was subbed off.

Adrien Rabiot - 8.0: What a powerhouse performance. He provided the crucial assist for the opening goal and was a monster in the middle, winning nine duels. He was everywhere, contributing defensively and getting forward to create chances.

Luka Modrić - 8.5: Simply world-class. The Croatian maestro ran the show, creating chances and controlling the tempo with his 86% pass accuracy. He was unlucky not to score, hitting the woodwork with a fine effort. It was a joy to watch him orchestrate the play before his substitution.

Davide Bartesaghi - 6.0: A game of immense effort but little quality. He worked his socks off down the flank, making four tackles. But losing possession 20 times is far too high. His final ball was often lacking, though he did manage to create one chance.

Alexis Saelemaekers - 7.0: An energetic and effective performance. He won six of his eight duels and made three tackles, showing his commitment to the team's press. He didn't produce a goal or assist, but his work rate was invaluable to Milan's control of the game.

Forwards

Christian Pulisic - 7.5: He got the all-important opening goal just before halftime, which completely changed the complexion of the game. While he did lose possession a frustrating number of times, his goal was clinical and decisive.

Christopher Nkunku - 9.0: The undisputed star of the show. He was electric. He won the penalty with his clever movement, coolly converted it, and then showed his poacher's instinct for his second goal. A clinical, game-winning brace. The highest-rated player on the pitch by a mile.

Substitutes

Substitutes: Several players including Youssouf Fofana and Samuele Ricci came on late in the game. They helped see out the victory but had too little time to warrant a specific rating.

Manager

M. Allegri - 8.0: His game plan was executed to perfection. The team was patient in the first half and ruthless in the second. His side completely dominated the opposition, and his substitutions were well-timed to rest key players.

Unai Núñez Stands Out Despite the Defeat in Hellas Verona Player Ratings

Check out the Hellas Verona player ratings for the AC Milan vs Hellas Verona fixture.

Goalkeeper

Lorenzo Montipò - 5.5: A thankless task for the Verona keeper. He conceded three goals but was largely left exposed by his defense. He made two saves, but couldn't do much about the clinical finishing from Milan.

Defenders

Unai Núñez - 6.0: He was busy, to say the least. The defender made four successful tackles and seven recoveries. Despite the scoreline, he put in a decent individual shift, but it wasn't nearly enough to stem the Milan tide.

Victor Nelsson - 4.5: This was the performance that cost his team any chance. Conceding the penalty right after halftime for a clumsy foul was the nail in the coffin. A moment of madness that defined his very poor outing.

Armel Bella-Kotchap - 5.5: He racked up some impressive defensive stats with five clearances and four interceptions. However, he was still part of a backline that was systematically dismantled. He fought hard but was ultimately overwhelmed.

Midfielders

Daniel Oyegoke - 5.0: Really struggled to get a foothold in the game. He was dribbled past once and lost possession 14 times. He was subbed off after 75 minutes of chasing shadows.

Domagoj Bradarić - 5.0: Largely anonymous during his 65 minutes on the pitch. He was dribbled past twice and lost the ball ten times. He offered very little going forward or defensively before being substituted.

Antoine Bernede - 5.5: He tried to put himself about, winning seven duels and making four tackles. However, he also committed four fouls and was constantly overrun by Milan's superior midfield.

Cheikh Niasse - 6.5: One of the few Verona players to emerge with any credit. He had a shot on target and was defensively solid, winning a high percentage of his duels.

Moatasem Al-Musrati - 4.5: A really poor game. He picked up a yellow card and, tellingly, lost all five of his duels. He was a passenger in midfield and offered no resistance whatsoever.

Forwards

Giovane - 4.0: Made zero impact and was rightfully substituted at halftime. He touched the ball just 18 times and lost possession on seven of those occasions.

Daniel Mosquera - 4.0: Like his strike partner, he was also taken off at halftime. He touched the ball a mere 10 times. It's hard to remember him even being on the pitch; he was that anonymous.

Substitutes

Substitutes: Verona used all their substitutes, including Gift Orban and Suat Serdar, in an attempt to change the game. Unfortunately for them, none of the changes made any significant impact on the outcome.

Manager

Manager - 4.0: The team looked disorganized and devoid of a coherent plan. The initial setup was far too passive, and they were punished by a superior team. His substitutions failed to change the flow of the game, and the team looked beaten long before the final whistle.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match Goes to Christopher Nkunku