French star Theo Hernández etched his name into AC Milan’s history books on Tuesday, netting his 30th Serie A goal to surpass the legendary Paolo Maldini’s tally of 29. This milestone cemented Theo’s place as the club’s highest-scoring defender ever. The historic achievement came during Milan’s 2-1 comeback victory over Como 1907, where Hernández played a decisive role.

The match wasn’t without its challenges, as Assane Diao of Como 1907, a team featuring former Spanish international Cesc Fàbregas, opened the scoring. But Theo equalized in the 71st minute with a scrappy yet effective shot that found its way past the goalkeeper. Just five minutes later, Portuguese sensation Rafael Leão completed the turnaround with a winning goal in the 76th minute.

A Present-Day Leader and a Historical Icon

At 27, Theo Hernández has solidified his status as a cornerstone of the 'Rossoneri.' With his contract running until 2026 and several appearances as captain, the left-back has enjoyed a decorated spell with Milan. His trophy cabinet includes the 2022 Scudetto and this year’s Supercoppa Italiana, where Milan triumphed 3-2 over rivals Inter in a thrilling final.

A Revival Under Sergio Conceição

This season hasn’t been without its ups and downs for Theo. Under former coach Paulo Fonseca, he faced public criticism and disciplinary actions for perceived dips in performance. However, the arrival of Portuguese tactician Sergio Conceição has revitalized the Frenchman, who has played the full 90 minutes in Milan’s last four matches. With this record-breaking goal, Theo Hernández continues to prove his worth as a key figure in Milan’s project and leaves an indelible mark on one of football’s most storied clubs.