Rafael Leao - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Forced off against Verona Leao was injured and subbed out in the 32nd minute of Friday's game against Verona, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed, after recording one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accura...

Impact Leao had a nice start but couldn't continue after receiving some medical attention due to a muscular problem. He'll have to be assessed ahead of next Sunday's clash with Roma. The coach deployed two fullbacks together on the left wing, Alex Jimenez and Theo Hernandez, due to multiple absences.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Workmanlike against Genoa Leao created three scoring chances and registered two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Leao had an okay showing but didn't come through in the clutch like all the other Milan forwards in a frustrating draw. He has hit the net twice and added one assist, seven shots (four on target), 12 key passes and six crosses (two accurate) in the last five fixtures.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bangs goal Leao scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus Red Star Belgrade.

Impact Leao recorded one of the two goals scored for Milan to five them the win Wednesday. This was also his second goal scored in the row in the UCL, assisting once in six appearances, starting five of them while also creating eight chances with five crosses (two accurate).

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in defeat Leao assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Friday's 2-1 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Leao's cross in the first half setup AC Milan's only goal in their 2-1 defeat versus Atalanta. The assist was his fifth on the season across all competitions. Over his most recent five appearances (four starts) in all competitions, Leao has scored three times and supplied Friday's aforementioned assist.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances against Empoli Leao drew three fouls and registered two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Empoli.

Impact Leao was active and co-led his team in key passes but didn't manage to put his name on the stat sheet in this one. He has hit the net thrice and added one assist, nine shots (six on target), eight chances created and four crosses (one accurate) in the last five tilts.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in UCL fixture Leao scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 3-2 victory over Slovan Bratislava.

Impact Leao didn't get the start but came in at halftime and delivered with a lovely finish over the goalie on a through ball. He has hit the net thrice in the last three games thanks to a brace. He has also added an assist and logged seven shots (five on target), four key passes and three crosses in the last four matches.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Muted in Juventus contest Leao drew four fouls and recorded one cross (one accurate), one key pass and one corner in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Juventus.

Impact Leao was occasionally slippery but never shook free in dangerous areas and failed to take a shot for the first time in five matches. He had a brace and one assist and added 10 attempts (six on target) and five chances created in the last five games.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 10 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Scores brace versus Cagliari Leao scored two goals to go with three shots (two on target), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Leao dominated in the first half, scoring his first goal since late August thanks to a little duck over the goalie and then gliding past him on a counter. He's regained the starting job over Noah Okafor after two consecutive bench appearances, and that should be the way to go as long as he keeps producing. He has had an assist and logged 10 shots (six on target), seven chances created and four crosses (two accurate) in the last five games.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in return to starting XI Leao had an assist while taking three shots (two on goal) and creating two chances during Tuesday's 3-1 win over Real Madrid.

Impact Leao set up Tijjani Reijnders in the 73rd minute assisting Milan's final goal while leading the team with three shots. The assist was the first goal involvement in the Champions League this season for Leao who returned to the starting lineup for the first time in Milan's last three matches in all competitions.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid 1-3 AC Milan: Player ratings as Rafael Leao sentences Los Blancos to consecutive losses at the Bernabeu Real Madrid fell to a second consecutive defeat at the Santiago Bernabeu after losing 3-1 to AC Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday (No...

NOVEMBER 6 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Misses sitter versus Monza Leao drew two fouls and registered three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in 27 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Monza.

Impact Leao was fielded as a sub for the second straight game, which is a first this season, but had a quality showing and could have sealed the deal had he finished better after a great mazing run between defenders. He hasn't contributed to a goal in his last five displaying, notching eight shots (four on target), five key passes and seven crosses (four accurate).

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench versus Napoli Leao had one shot on target, two crosses (one accurate) and two tackles in 28 minutes in Tuesday's 2-0 loss to Napoli.

Impact Leao started as a sub for the second consecutive Serie A game, as the coach seems to prefer Noah Okafor over him in this stretch, and had only a pair of sprinting upon being inserted. He hasn't contributed to a goal in his last four appearances, notching five shots (three on target), four key passes and seven crosses (four accurate).

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Leverkusen Leao took an off target shot during Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Leao was kept in check Tuesday as he tied for the third most shots on the team and was unable to create in any capacity. It's been a slow start to the Champions League for Leao as he was also quiet against Liverpool, though he's played well in Serie A with four goal involvements through six appearances.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate versus Lecce Leao assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 3-0 win versus Lecce.

Impact Leao recorded his third assist of the season with a routine combination with Theo Hernandez on the left wing ahead of the second goal of the match. He has also scored once. He has registered nine shots (six on target), seven chances created and 10 crosses (one accurate) in the last four bouts.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable versus Inter Leao drew one foul and generated four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Inter Milan.

Impact Leao looked engaged, especially in the second half, paced his team in attempts and didn't put his name in the stat sheet only due to a few great saves by Yann Sommer. He has posted one goal, two assists, 11 shots (six on target) and seven chances created in the last five matches.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 22 • YOUTUBE

Assists against Venezia Leao assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Leao didn't find the target unlike most Milan attackers but combined with Theo Hernandez down the wing on the opening goal. He has scored once, provided two assists, and logged 13 shots (four on target) and nine key passes in four appearances.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Finds the target versus Lazio Leao scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in 20 minutes in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Lazio.

Impact Leao was oddly brought off the bench but delivered from the middle of the box in one of his first touches. He wasn't very involved afterward. It was likely a one-off due to lacking conditioning, and he'll play over Samuel Chukwueze and other options in most games. He has scored and assisted once, adding 12 shots (three on target), seven key passes and four crosses (one accurate).

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Parma Leao assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three key passes in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Parma.

Impact Leao put together a passable performance despite the upset loss, as he made up for his lack of precision while shooting by being a steady creator and setting up Christian Pulisic with a square ball for his first point of the season. He has logged 11 attempts (two don't target), seven chances created and four crosses (two accurate) in two matches.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seven shots in season debut Leao had seven shots (two on target), created four chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Torino.

Impact Leao was his team's biggest threat up front, pacing all players in shots attempted and creating a lot for teammates as well despite not having a goal or an assist as a reward for his performance. The forward, despite not meeting expectations last season, remains Milan's biggest hope and will try to open his scoring account for the year during next Saturday's visit to Parma.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in Slovenia bout Leao drew two fouls and recorded four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 3-0 win on PKs versus Slovenia.

Impact Leao returned from suspension and was more lively and impactful than in his previous displays, although he was held off the stat sheet once again. He has recorded two off-target shots, three key passes and 10 crosses (three accurate) in three matches.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for round of 16 Leao has completed his one match suspension and will be in option for Monday's round of 16 match versus Slovenia.

Impact Leao Has started off the tournament slow, failing to land on the score sheet store, the two matches played for Portugal. He's recorded six crosses with two shots and one chance created from left wing. Leao will likely return to the lineup for Monday's knockout round, starting in the attack alongside Bernardo Silva and Cristiano Ronaldo.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Georgia match Leao has been handed a one-match suspension after picking up a yellow card in Saturday's 3-0 win over Turkey.

Impact Leao will be ineligible for Portugal's closing group-stage match against Georgia, as he will be suspended due to yellow card accumulation. The player will be happy to have picked up his ban now, as Portugal is already qualified for the knockout stages and will likely not play all their starters against Georgia in a game they should win regardless. It will be interesting to see who replaces him, as they have a plethora of attacking options, with Joao Felix, Matheus Nunes, Goncalo Ramos, Pedro Neto and Diogo Jota all available for selection.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Leao is going nowhere! Zlatan Ibrahimovic insists AC Milan will keep Portugal attacker despite Chelsea, PSG & Al-Hilal interest | Goal.com US Senior AC Milan advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic insists Rafael Leao will "remain" at the Italian giants despite links with Chelsea and Paris Sain...

JUNE 13 • GOAL.COM

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