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Cisse reacts to matching Shevchenko stat and insists winning matters more than scoring

By: Oliver Fisher Alphadjo Cisse is happy to keep taking the opportunities that are coming his way in what is fast becoming a brilliant debut season with AC Milan. The fantastic start to life as a Milan player continued for…

By Oliver Fisher · Sempremilan

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 5:17 PM

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Cisse insisted that winning games is more important than scoring after matching Andriy Shevchenko's early scoring record at Milan.
Shevchenko and Cisse both scored eight goals in their first 13 games for AC Milan.
AC Milan defeated Genoa 2-1 with goals from Cisse and Christian Pulisic, while Ellertsson scored for Genoa.

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AC Milan forward Cisse reacted to matching Andriy Shevchenko's tally of eight goals in his first 13 club appearances, stating that securing victories is more important than personal scoring records. Cisse found the net after converting Adrien Rabiot's cut-back during Milan's 2-1 away victory against Genoa at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris.

Christian Pulisic doubled Milan's lead before Ellertsson scored a late goal for Genoa to create a tense finish. Speaking to DAZN post-match, Cisse explained that he aims to seize his opportunities, prove his abilities, and help the team collect points.

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