AC Milan Team News Page 43 - Soccer

Rade Krunic - Puts up numbers against Newcastle Krunic created seven scoring chances and recorded one shot (one on goal), six crosses (four accurate), and four corners in Tuesday's 0-0 draw against Newcastle United.

Impact Krunic had by far his best showing of the young season and led his team in deliveries and key passes thanks to a few precise set pieces, but his teammates didn't capitalize on those. He has tallied nine chances created, seven crosses (four accurate), and six tackles in five appearances.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Leao - Wastes big chance in Newcastle clash Leao won eight duels and registered two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate), and two chances created in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Newcastle United.

Impact Leao had a low-wattage showing, didn't put up too many stats, and took too long before firing from the middle of the box after a strong cut, eventually turning the ball over in goofy fashion. He's up to two goals, one assist, nine shots (five on target), and nine chances created in five games. Milan will face Verona away Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Olivier Giroud - Held in check by Newcastle Giroud won four duels, drew one foul, and registered three shots (two on goal) in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Newcastle United.

Impact Giroud didn't capitalize on his limited chances and wasn't overly involved despite a decent offensive game by his side. He has tallied four goals, two assists, ten shots (seven on target), and eight key passes in five games. Milan will face Verona away Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Theo Hernandez - Creates four chances against Newcastle Hernandez recorded four shots (one on goal), two interceptions, two crosses (one accurate), and four chances created in Tuesday's 0-0 draw against Newcastle United.

Impact Hernandez had a good offensive game unlike some of his previous showings and wasn't tested much in the back. He has scored once and added nine shots (two on target), five chances created, and six crosses (two accurate) so far. Milan will face Verona away Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • NJ.COM

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Mike Maignan - Dealing with thigh problem Maignan "bowed out due to stabbing pain in his thigh. He doesn't speak a lot, and I trust his judgment," coach Stefano Pioli announced.

Impact Maignan will undergo tests for a potential left thing injury in short order. Marco Sportiello would get the nod if he had to miss time. He had two clearances and no saves in 81 minutes before being replaced.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Loftus-Cheek - Might have avoided injury Loftus-Cheek "subbed off due to fatigue and a cramp," coach Stefano Pioli relayed.

Impact Loftus-Cheek bowed out early versus Newcastle after tallying four off-target shots, one inaccurate cross, and one clearance and drawing three fouls. He'll be better looked at in the coming days. Even if healthy, he might get a partial rest day against Verona since he started every game so far. Tommaso Pobega and Yunus Musah are the top deputies in the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mike Maignan - Comes off injured Maignan suffered an undisclosed injury that forced him to exit Tuesday's clash with Newcastle United in the 81st minute.

Impact Maignan has started all five matches for Milan this season, including making eight saves and earning one clean sheet while allowing seven goals in his four Serie A contests. With Maignan coming off, Marco Sportiello donned the gloves and could be in line to start against Verona on Saturday if Maignan can't play.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Loftus-Cheek - Comes off with knock Loftus-Cheek (knock) was forced off during the second half of Tuesday's clash with Newcastle.

Impact Loftus-Cheek took a heavy challenge and limped off the pitch in the second half Tuesday. Yunus Musah came on to replace the attacking midfielder and could be an option to start for Saturday's clash with Verona if the injury proves to be an issue for Loftus-Cheek.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Mattia Caldara - Will miss three months Caldara will be sidelined for three months after undergoing ankle surgery, Milan announced.

Impact Caldara will be back in December/January after going under the knife for a ligament tear in the joint. He's the sixth option in the back behind Fikayo Tomori, Malick Thiaw, Pierre Kalulu, Simon Kjaer, and Marco Pellegrino.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fikayo Tomori - Clears suspension Tomori completed his one-game ban in Saturday's 1-5 loss to Inter.

Impact Tomori had to skip one after getting red-carded and was sorely missed given the result. He'll be in the XI as much as possible in the upcoming busy stretch. He has notched two tackles, five interceptions, four clearances, and one block in three games, with one clean sheet.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Simon Kjaer - Busy in rough derby Kjaer had five clearances and won six duels and two of four tackles in Saturday's 1-5 loss against Inter.

Impact Kjaer filled in for Fikayo Tomori (suspension) and Pierre Kalulu (thigh) and even had a decent showing, but the Milan defense had big holes throughout the whole game. He'll compete with Malick Thiaw, who was dreadful in this one, in the upcoming matches.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Calabria - Logs three interceptions against Inter Calabria had three interceptions and generated two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate), and two chances created in Saturday's 1-5 loss versus Inter.

Impact Calabria was serviceable on both ends, but it was too little for Milan to stem the tide, and Federico Dimarco had the upper hand on the wing. He has logged one assist, three chances created, and seven tackles so far.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Theo Hernandez - Overwhelmed against Inter Hernandez won seven duels, drew three fouls, sent in two crosses (one accurate), and took one off-target shot in Saturday's 1-5 loss to Inter.

Impact Hernandez picked up some peripheral stats while trying to contain Inter, which often wreaked havoc on his flank, and was a non-factor on offense. He has scored once and added five shots (one on target), one chance, and six crosses (one accurate) in four games. Milan will host Newcastle United in Champions League Tuesday and Verona Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Pulisic - Struggles in Inter game Pulisic drew one foul and had one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 1-5 loss versus Inter.

Impact Pulisic took a clear step back compared to his first three showings, but most of the Milan squad flopped in this one. He has scored twice and posted five shots (four on target), four key passes, and nine crosses (four accurate) in four games. Milan will host Newcastle United in Champions League Tuesday and Verona Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Leao - Scores against Inter Leao drew three fouls and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and two crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-5 defeat to Inter.

Impact Leao cut the opposing lead in half early after the interval by keeping his aplomb in front of the goalie, but Inter ran away with the score afterward and he and his teammates couldn't muster a reaction. He's up to two goals, one assist, seven shots (four on target), and seven chances created in four matches. Milan will host Newcastle United in Champions League Tuesday and Verona Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Olivier Giroud - Logs assist against Inter Giroud (ankle) assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-5 defeat to Inter.

Impact Giroud stayed in the XI as anticipated and salvaged his day in the rout by hitting Rafael Leao in stride ahead of what turned out to be just a consolation goal. He also paced his team in chances. His strong start continues as he has posted four goals, two assists, seven shots (five on target), and eight chances in four games. Milan will host Newcastle United in Champions League Tuesday and Verona Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mike Maignan - Blown away by Inter Maignan registered two saves and surrendered five goals in Saturday's 1-5 loss versus Inter.

Impact Maignan was severely let down by his defense, which came apart on multiple occasions in this one, as most of the goals came from wide-open opponents. He has kept one clean sheet, made eight saves, and given up seven goals in four contests. Milan will host Newcastle United in Champions League Tuesday and Verona Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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