It was a frustrating afternoon for AC Milan, and the focus fell, as usual, on their star player, Rafael Leão. The Portuguese winger is always under the spotlight, especially when the team struggles, and on this occasion, he found himself at the center of criticism following a dismal performance from both him and the team.
Leão’s frustration became evident after Christian Pulisic scored, a goal to which he had a significant role. Instead of joining his teammates at midfield after the goal celebration, Leão stopped in front of the visiting supporters. In a moment of clear irritation, he pointed to a specific spot in the stands before putting a finger to his lips in a gesture to silence some fans. He then made the classic ‘talk too much’ gesture, indicating that he was reacting to comments from the crowd.
It was clear that Leão was displeased by something he heard from the fans, and his reaction was a visible demonstration of his emotions following the disappointing display on the pitch. Despite his talent, the pressure of being Milan’s key player can sometimes weigh heavily, especially during challenging matches. As the team looks to bounce back, all eyes will remain on Leão to see how he responds in the coming weeks.