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Americans Abroad: Title chases & relegation battles heat up
13 Dec
Summary
- Christian Pulisic is nearing his first league title with AC Milan.
- Folarin Balogun is scoring consistently in the Champions League.
- Brenden Aaronson's Leeds United is fighting to avoid relegation.
The European football season is reaching a critical juncture, with significant implications for American players. Christian Pulisic is nearing a historic achievement, potentially securing his first league title as AC Milan currently holds a narrow lead at the top of Serie A. His team's performance will be closely watched as the title race intensifies.
In continental competitions, Folarin Balogun has been a standout performer for Monaco, notably becoming the first American to score in three consecutive Champions League appearances. However, his team's league form places them in a challenging seventh position, leaving their European prospects for next season uncertain.
Meanwhile, Brenden Aaronson's Leeds United is deeply involved in a relegation scrap. After a period of poor results, recent positive outcomes have lifted them to 16th place. This weekend's match against Brentford is crucial, shaping up to be a key fixture in their fight for survival.
