MILAN:

AC Milan staked their claim as challengers for the Serie A title on Sunday after a statement 2-1 win over which put them top of the pile despite having to play over half-an-hour with 10 men.

was the star for Milan at the San Siro by setting up Alexis Saelemaekers' opener in the third minute and then doubling the hosts' lead just after the half-hour mark.

The American forward's matching-winning performance against a Napoli team weakened by injuries put Milan in first place on 12 points, ahead of both the champions and Roma -- 2-0 winners against Verona -- on goal difference.

"What we did out there today was incredible. It was a top, top performance," said Pulisic to DAZN.

"The manager has done really well to get the best out of every player here. We've got a lot of quality and w

See Full Page