AC Milan Team News Page 32 - Soccer

Rafael Leao - Starting against Newcastle Leao (thigh) will be in the starting XI versus Newcastle United on Wednesday.

Impact Leao will be back in the starting XI after having missed the prior four contests due to his thigh problem. The forward has scored just once in his last 10 matches while recording 19 shots (six on target). In addition to his goalscoring numbers, Leao has also produced 34 crosses (eight accurate) in those 10 contests and should continue to push the attack.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Noah Okafor - Selected for Newcastle United game Okafor (thigh) is traveling to England with the rest of the team, SportMediaset reported.

Impact Okafor has gone into full training at the start of the week and should resume being a bench option after sitting out four matches due to a thigh strain. If that's the case, he'll compete with Samuel Chukwueze for backup duties on the wings considering the return of Rafael Leao and Luka Jovic's improved showings. He has notched three shots (two on target), one key pass, and two crosses (zero accurate) in his last four appearances. He has started just twice in the season.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Simon Kjaer - Still out in Champions League Kjaer (thigh) hasn't been called up for Wednesday's clash against Newcastle United, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Kjaer is ramping up in practice but not yet enough to resume being an option. Milan will likely roll with the same defense they have been using lately, with Theo Hernandez as a center-back and Alessandro Florenzi on the left.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Leao - Will be back versus Newcastle United Leao (thigh) will be available and likely start Wednesday, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Leao has worked fully after being a late call for the past game and could get the nod over Samuel Chukwueze despite missing a month due to a calf strain as Milan need to win to advance. He has scored once and logged 13 shots (four on target), five chances created, and 16 crosses (five accurate) in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fikayo Tomori - Wins four tackles against Atalanta Tomori had three clearances and two blocks and won four of five tackels and six duels in Saturday's 2-3 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Tomori filled it up defensively, but he had a massive deflection on Ademola Lookman's first goal and he and the rest of the defense were rather wobbly throughout the encounter. He has notched 16 tackles, two interceptions, and 15 clerances in the last five matches, with one clean sheet. Milan will face Newcastle United away in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Monza next Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Theo Hernandez - Takes two shots in Atalanta game Hernandez won seven duels, had two interceptions and recorded two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-3 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Hernandez was limited by his new temporary role and the caliber of the opponents as he had just a pair of offensive sorties in this one. He'll go back to the flank once Simon Kjaer (thigh) is ready. He has scored and assisted once and posted six chances created and 16 crosses (two accurate) in the last five fixtures. Milan will face Newcastle United away in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Monza next Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Loftus-Cheek - Swings in three crosses versus Atalanta Loftus-Cheek drew two fouls, won seven duels, and generated three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Loftus-Cheek received a full complement of minutes but wasn't very impactful on either end. He has recorded four chances created, five crosses (two accurate), and three tackles in the last four games. Milan will face Newcastle United away in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Monza next Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tijani Reijnders - Wins two tackles in Atalanta game Reijnders won two of four tackles and four duels and had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-3 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Reijnders had more success defensively than in the final third, and his offensive output has been trending in the wrong direction as of late due to a less dynamic role in the midfield. He has scored once and posted four key passes, three crosses (zero accurate), and 12 tackles in the last five games. Milan will face Newcastle United away in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Monza next Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Florenzi - Collects point versus Atalanta Florenzi assisted once to go with five crosses (three accurate), two chances created, and four corners in Saturday's 2-3 defeat to Atalanta.

Impact Florenzi took care of a few corner kicks and found Olivier Giroud in one of his early ones, registering his maiden assist this season. He should log more starts with a few center-backs on the mend and Davide Calabria suspended for the next Serie A game. He has logged four chances created, 11 crosses (three accurate), and 10 tackles in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Pulisic - Dishes assist against Atalanta Pulisic assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 2-3 defeat to Atalanta.

Impact Pulisc had a low-wattage showing but busted out a great low-driven cross to set up Luka Jovic deep into the second half, recording his third seasonal assist. He has scored once and logged seven shots (four on target), seven chances created, and 13 crosses (eight accurate) in the last four tilts. Milan will face Newcastle United away in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Monza next Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Jovic - Hits the net in Atalanta clash Jovic committed two fouls and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-3 defeat against Atalanta.

Impact Jovic made his presence felt off the bench with a clinical finish from inside the box for his second consecutive goal. He played along with Olivier Giroud for a few minutes, which boosts his chances of having a somewhat regular role. He has recorded two goals, one assist, seven shots (four on target), and two chances created in the last five matches.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Olivier Giroud - Scores in Atalanta match Giroud won three duels and scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-3 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Giroud led his team in attempts and hit the net in one of his first ones, beating the goalie with a great header on a corner kick for his ninth goal of the season. He found the target three times in his last four appearances, adding 10 shots (five on target) and five chances created. Milan will face Newcastle United away in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Monza next Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mike Maignan - Beaten three times by Atalanta Maignan had four saves, one clearance, and one punch and gave up three goals in Saturday's 2-3 defeat to Atalanta.

Impact Maignan was let down by his defense for the most part, especially on the two Ademola Lookman's goals, while he was surprised by a stunning finish by Luis Muriel late. He has kept one clean sheet in the last four games, allowing seven goals and making 11 saves. Milan will face Newcastle United away in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Monza next Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Calabria - Sent off against Atalanta Calabria was sent off after acquiring two yellow cards in the 93rd minute of Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Atalanta. He had one shot (zero on goal), three interceptions, and two cro...

Impact Calabria had an okay showing, although he struggled defensively in the second half and was red-carded late for stopping a fast break. Simon Kjaer, Yunus Musah, and Davide Bartesaghi could take his place in the back against Monza next Sunday, with some rejiggering across the formation.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Leao - Not returning versus Atalanta Leao (thigh) hasn't been selected for Saturday's clash with Atalanta, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Leao was close but didn't show to be fully fit in the last practice of the week, and his return has been postponed by a few days. Samuel Chukwueze and Christian Pulisic will continue to man the wings, with Chaka Traore and Luka Romero backing them up.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Simon Kjaer - Close to returning Kjaer (thigh) "has healed from his injury and is now working on his conditioning," coach Stefano Pioli relayed.

Impact Kjaer will miss another one but could be back for the clash against Newcastle United midweek. Theo Hernandez will likely feature as a center-back again, with Alessandro Florenzi at left-back and Jan-Carlo Simic and Davide Bartesaghi as the alternative options.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Leao - Late call for Atalanta match Leao (thigh) "has upped his activity in practice, and we'll decide after the final session whether to select him for Saturday," coach Stefano Pioli announced.

Impact Leao has a shot to return after a three-game absence but, if cleared, he'll at most make a cameo off the bench since he's not close to 100 percent.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Mike Maignan - Assists and concedes once versus Frosinone Maignan had two saves, allowed one goal, and provided an assist in Saturday's 3-1 win against Frosinone.

Impact Maignan gave up a late consolation goal on a long free kick that was supposed to be a cross but wasn't deflected by anybody and set up Christian Pulisic's goal with a brilliant punt kick. He has had one assist in each of his three seasons in Italy. He has kept one clean sheet, made 15 saves, and surrendered seven goals in the last five matches.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ismael Bennacer - Plays a few minutes against Frosinone Bennacer (knee) had two passes, committed one foul, and was dispossessed once in 11 minutes in Saturday's 3-1 win over Frosinone.

Impact Bennacer (knee) started being reintroduced after missing seven points and was understandably rusty. He'll likely continue to get limited action when matches allow it. His return could affect Yacine Adli, Tommaso Pobega, and Rade Krunic while he works his way back into being a regular.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Olivier Giroud - Clears Serie A ban Giroud completed a two-game disqualification in Saturday's 3-1 win over Frosinone.

Impact Giroud was forced to miss two domestic matches, while he was available in the Champions League. He'll resume leading the line against Atalanta, even though Luka Jovic showed some signs of life in this one. He has scored four goals and added 12 shots (eight on target) and four chances created in his last four appearances.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Theo Hernandez - Holds his own in rew role versus Frosinone Hernandez registered six crosses (one accurate), two blocks, interceptions, and three corners in Saturday's 3-1 win over Frosinone.

Impact Hernandez played as a center-back after Malick Thiaw's injury and was fine, plus he contributed on the other end thanks to set pieces. The tweak will likely be short-lived but could be repeated for a couple more games, affecting his offensive output. He has posted one goal, two assists, six chances created, and 18 crosses (three accurate) in the last five matches. Milan will visit Atalanta on Saturday.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Florenzi - Swings in five crosses against Frosinone Florenzi registered one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate), four tackles (one won), and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Frosinone.

Impact Florenzi benefitted from Theo Hernandez moving to center-back due to a litany of injuries and was an offensive presence, although he wasn't very precise with his deliveries. They could stick with such a solution until Simon Kjaer (thigh) returns. He has recorded 15 crosses (two accurate), 12 tackles, and four interceptions in the last five games (two starts).

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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