Pulisic and Leao Reconcile After Dressing-Room Clash, Allegri Confirms Peace Ahead of Torino Trip

AC Milan head coach Max Allegri announced that forwards Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic have moved past a heated dressing‑room confrontation and are now at “peace” again.

What sparked the tension?

The row followed AC Milan’s 1‑0 loss to Lazio on Matchday 29. After being substituted, Leao visibly snubbed an embrace from Allegri. Reports indicate his frustration was aimed at Pulisic, who failed to square the ball for a clear chance moments earlier.

The disagreement escalated behind closed doors, with the two forwards exchanging sharp words about tactical decisions and the missed pass.

Allegri’s take

After an argument, there's always peace. These things happen in football... What did I tell Rafa to calm him down when I substituted him in Rome? 'He didn't see you or he would have given it to you.' In football, to pass the ball, you have to see the player unmarked, and Pulisic didn't give it to him because he didn't see him. It's happened before. The difference in football is the choice in the final pass.

Allegri added that both players have dealt with injuries this season, but with two crucial months remaining he expects them to wake up, improve their finishing and deliver the goals Milan needs.

Looking ahead

Leao and Pulisic remain Milan’s top scorers, with Leao netting nine Serie A goals and Pulisic eight in 22 appearances. Yet they have managed only two combined goals in 595 minutes playing side‑by‑side.

The coach challenged the entire attacking unit to show more precision in front of goal, noting that Leao is capable of playing as a No 9 if he maintains his link‑up play throughout the match.

AC Milan face Torino this Saturday, and Allegri’s message is clear: the forwards must put the dressing‑room episode behind them and focus on delivering results on the pitch.