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ISMAEL BENNACER
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ISMAEL BENNACER
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Wins three tackles against Verona
Bennacer registered four crosses (zero accurate) and four corners and won three of five tackles and eight duels in Sunday's 3-1 win against Verona.
Impact
Bennacer shined defensively and contributed through a few set pieces on the other end in this one. He has totaled seven chances created, 17 crosses (three accurate) and 12 tackles (eight won) in his last five showings.
MARCH 17
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Launches nine tackles
Bennacer had nine crosses (three accurate) and nine corners in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Empoli.
Impact
Bennacer recorded a season high of crosses while also creating five chances during Sunday's win. He's started the last five Serie A games in a row, recording 13 crosses (three accurate), 10 tackles and eight chances created in that span.
MARCH 12
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Passable in Napoli fixture
Bennacer had two interceptions, three tackles (one won), six successful duels and one clearance in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Napoli.
Impact
Bennacer logged his first start in a month and only contributed defensively. He subbed out early in the second half as he was cramping up. He might be managed a little in the coming games, but he's set to have a prominent role in the midfield. He has assisted once and posted six crosses (zero one), three chances crated and nine tackles (four won) in his last five showings.
FEBRUARY 12
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Available against Frosinone
Bennacer (thigh) "resumed working with us on Thursday after a small injury with Algeria and doesn't a lot of minutes in him, but he's fit and will be an option," coach Stefano Piol...
Impact
Bennacer will return after missing four games due to AFCON and a thigh problem, but he'll begin on the bench, with either Yacine Adli or Yunus Musah getting the start in his place. He has assisted once and added three chances created, four crosses (zero accurate), and four tackles in five appearances this season.
FEBRUARY 2
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Returns with small thigh problem
Bennacer is headed back to Italy as Algeria were eliminated in the group stage but will miss Saturday's match against Bologna due to a thigh contracture, Sky Italy reported.
Impact
Bennacer will undergo further tests, but the team doesn't believe the issue to be more severe than what has emerged so far. Yacine Adli and Yunus Musah will continue to fill in as they have done in recent matches.
JANUARY 26
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Leaves for AFCON
Bennacer has been called up by Algeria for 2024 AFCON.
Impact
Bennacer has been selected despite missing several months because of a knee injury. He'll be unavailable for at least four games. Yunus Musah (thigh), Yacine Adli, and Rade Krunic will pick up the slack in the midfield.
JANUARY 2
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Sets up goal against Sassuolo
Bennacer assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Sassuolo.
Impact
Bennacer was extremely active in the midfield, creating a goal for Christian Pulisic. He also contributed defensively with an interception. Having made only five appearances this season due to recovery from a knee injury, this marked his first goal involvement. As he continues to regain match fitness, expectations are high for improved performances in the upcoming matches.
DECEMBER 31, 2023
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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
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On bench against Frosinone
Bennacer (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Frosinone.
Impact
Bennacer is still finally making his return, as he finally recovered from a knee injury he endured last season. This a promising return for Milan, with the midfielder being a normal starter last season and one of their best options in the middle of the pitch. He will hope to return to the starting XI next match after starting in 24 of the club's league matches last campaign.
DECEMBER 2, 2023
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Called up for Frosinone tilt
Bennacer (knee) will be available Saturday versus Frosinone, Sky Italy reported.
Impact
Bennacer has been ramping out for a month or so following a major knee injury and will be back in the squad after seven months. If things break in his favor, he'll most likely see limited action for a few games to round back into shape. He posted two goals, two assists, 43 key passes, and 79 crosses (22 accurate) in 28 Serie A appearances (24 starts) last season.
DECEMBER 1, 2023
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Training with ball
Bennacer (knee) was viewed training with a ball on Monday.
Impact
Bennacer was viewed back of the Milan training grounds for the first time in five months after rehabbing his knee injury abroad. This is a good first step for the midfielder, as his return to the squad will be a huge gain for the team. He is not expected to be back till mid-December, but that could be sooner after he was already back on the training pitch.
OCTOBER 23, 2023
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Returns in Italy
Bennacer (knee) has reported to Milan after spending five months abroad to rehab, SportMediaset informs.
Impact
Bennacer will begin practicing in limited fashion and slowly ramp up his activity. He might be a little ahead of schedule relative to the initial timetable and is eyeing a return in mid-December, but it'll hinge on how the joint responds to the training sessions.
OCTOBER 17, 2023
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Out long term
Bennacer is expected to miss at least six months after getting surgery to repair a cartilage lesion in his left knee, Milan announced.
Impact
Bennacer is headed for a very long rehab and will be back in late 2023 if everything goes according to plan. Alexis Saelemaekers, Junior Messias, and Tommaso Pobega will absorb his minutes in the last few matches, and the club will likely address the role in the summer.
MAY 16, 2023
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Will need surgery
Bennacer suffered a post-traumatic lesion of the knee cartilage in the Inter clash and will undergo keyhole surgery to fix it, Sky Italy reports.
Impact
Bennacer will miss the remaining matches and will attempt to recuperate during the summer, but he's not a lock to be ready for the start of the next campaign. The early and optimistic indication is that he'll be out for at least two months, but more will be known after surgery and during the rehab. Brahim Diaz will likely resume playing centrally as a result of his injury, taking care of the role along with Charles De Ketelaere, and opening up a spot on the right wing for Junior Messias and Alexis Saelemaekers. Tommaso Pobega and Aster Vranckx could also get more minutes in the midfield.
MAY 11, 2023
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Nursing knee injury
Bennacer left the stadium on crutches due to a strong right knee contusion, Sky Italy reports.
Impact
Bennacer bowed out early and will take some tests to determine whether he suffered some structural damage and determine whether he could be available for the upcoming matches. Junior Messias, Tommaso Pobega, and Aster Vranckx are next in line in his roles.
MAY 11, 2023
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Forced off early
Bennacer (undisclosed) was forced off during the first half of Wednesday's clash with Inter.
Impact
Bennacer lasted just 18 minutes on the pitch before being forced off. Junior Messias came on to replace Bennacer, and could see consistent starts if the injury to Bennacer proves to be serious. Bennacer has started four of his last five appearances and scored once in that span.
MAY 10, 2023
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MAY 9, 2023
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Scores against Lazio
Bennacer scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target), four crosses (zero accurate), and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Lazio.
Impact
Bennacer generated the early goal almost on his own, as he stripped an opponent near his box, combined with Olivier Giroud, and beat the goalie with a bouncing shot for his third goal of the season. He has notched four shots (one on target), 16 crosses (zero accurate), eight corners, and seven tackles (five won) in the last five games.
MAY 6, 2023
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Delivers four crosses against Roma
Bennacer drew one foul and had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Roma.
Impact
Bennacer didn't leave his imprint on the game and was imprecise in his crosses. He has scored once and added two shots (one on target), 14 crosses (two accurate), seven tackles (three won), and ten corners in his last five appearances.
APRIL 30, 2023
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Wins host of duels versus Napoli
Bennacer registered two crosses (zero accurate), drew five fouls, had five successful take-ons, and won 12 duels in Tuesday's 1-1 draw versus Napoli.
Impact
Bennacer served more as a tactical tool than an attacker in this one. The tweak panned out and could boost his offensive numbers moving forward. He has scored once and logged two shots (one on target), three key passes, and 14 crosses (three on target) in his last five appearances.
APRIL 19, 2023
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Decides first Napoli leg
Bennacer won five duels and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), one cross (one accurate), and one corner in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Napoli.
Impact
Bennacer starred as a no.10 for the third game in a row and reaped the benefits of the more offensive role with a strong finish from inside the box on a great feed by Brahim Diaz. He hadn't scored since August. He has notched one assist, six shots (one on target), six chances created, and 20 crosses (five accurate) in the last five matches.
APRIL 13, 2023
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Sound versus Napoli
Bennacer created two scoring chances and recorded one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), and two interceptions in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Napoli.
Impact
Bennacer was fine in both phases although not as effective as some of his teammates. He has provided one assist and posted six shots (one on target), six chances created, 14 crosses (four accurate), and five interceptions in the last five games. Milan will host Empoli Friday.
APRIL 3, 2023
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Wins three tackles against Udinese
Bennacer won three of four tackels and five duels and recorded four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-3 defeat to Udinese.
Impact
Bennacer contributed a little on both ends but wasn't particularly impressive, like most of his teammates, in this one. He has notched one assist, five shots (one on target), four chances created, and 12 crosses (three accurate) in the last four tilts.
MARCH 19, 2023
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Provides assist versus Salernitana
Bennacer assisted once to go with four shots (zero on target), eight crosses (three accurate), and six corners in Monday's 1-1 draw against Salernitana.
Impact
Bennacer was extremely effective on the offensive end, led his team in crosses and co-paced in chances, and found Olivier Giroud with an accurate corner kick ahead of the opening goal. He looked healthy following a recent injury. He notched five shots (one on target), four key passes, and two interceptions in the last three games. He's now up to two assists in the season.
MARCH 14, 2023
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Logs two clearances against Fiorentina
Bennacer (thigh) created one scoring chance and had one interception, two clearances, and one block in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Fiorentina.
Impact
Bennacer almost exclusively contributed defensively in his return from a thigh injury. He has posted seven key passes, 13 crosses (three accurate), 14 tackles (seven won), and seven interceptions in his last five appearances.
MARCH 7, 2023
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