NOVEMBER 10 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
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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
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
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JUNE 13 • GOAL.COM
Scores on Saturday Leao scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Salernitana.
Impact Leao scored his ninth goal of the league campaign and second in the last three matches. For the third time in the last four matches, he delivered three or more crosses for Milan. Overall, Leao will not be too happy with his performance this season, as he finished as the third-highest goal scorer for the club in the league, six less than what he achieved in the 2022-23 campaign.
MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE
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MAY 23 • GOAL.COM
Swings in three crosses versus Torino Leao committed one foul and generated one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in 29 minutes in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Torino.
Impact Leao began on the bench for the second consecutive tilts but couldn't replicate last week's heroics off the bench this time. Since he has rested a lot lately, he has good chances of getting the nod versus Salernitana. He has scored and assisted once in the last five fixtures, adding 13 shots (six on target), six chances created and 13 crosses (zero accurate).
MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Scores and assists against Cagliari Leao scored one goal and assisted once from four shots (three on target) and one chance created in 45 minutes in Saturday's 5-1 victory against Cagliari.
Impact Leao dropped to the bench for the first time in ages as the coach initially rested some key players but erupted off the bench, threading the needle to set up Christian Pulisic and then gliding past a few defenders and the goalie on a counter to round out the result. He has recorded eight goals and nine assists in Serie A play. He has dished two helpers and added 12 shots (five on target), 10 chances created and 17 crosses (two accurate) in the last five matches.
MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE
Quiet versus Juventus Leao recorded two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), two tackles (zero won), and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Juventus.
Impact Leao rarely had it going but wasn't alone in that sense in the Milan offense, and Juventus were airtight in the back. He has scored and assisted once in the last four matches, logging six shots (two on target), nine key passes and 18 crosses (four accurate).
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Decent in Inter clash Leao generated two shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate), three chances created and one corner in Monday's 2-1 loss versus Inter Milan.
Impact Leao unusually played as a striker for the first time in the season and contributed across the board on offense, leading his team in key passes, but he was never too threatening. He has logged three goals, two assists, 14 shots (six on target) and 15 chances created in the last fixtures.
APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE
Scores again Leao scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Sassuolo.
Impact Leao had yet another solid performance, as he went on to net the club's first goal of the match in the 20th minute off of Yunus Musah's assist. This gave Leao his 15th goal contribution in league play this campaign, now having notched seven goal contributions over his past seven appearances.
APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE
