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Wins two tackles versus Roma Bennacer took one off-target shot, sent in two crosses (zero accurate), won two of two tackles and six duels in Sunday's 2-1 win over Roma.

Impact Bennacer turned in a solid shift contributing to both phases. He appears to have gained the upper hand over Sandro Tonali in recent tilts, but both will remain involved. He has posted one goal, one assist, 17 crosses and 24 tackles in 14 games. Milan will face Porto at home in Champions League Wednesday and then Inter Sunday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists versus Bologna Bennacer took two shots (both on target), sent in two crosses (one accurate), scored a goal and picked up an assist Saturday's 4-2 win over Bologna.

Impact Bennacer had his best performance of the season and was key in the late surge that allowed Milan to put the game away, as he rifled it home from distance for the 2-3 goal and then picked out Zlatan Ibrahimovic ahead of the final one. He had yet to collect a point thus far. He has notched eight chances created, 12 crosses, 21 tackles and ten clearances in 12 matches (six starts). Milan will host Torino Tuesday.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Produces against Verona Bennacer sent in four crosses (two accurate), created three scoring chances, had two interceptions and won three of three tackles in Saturday's 3-2 win over Verona.

Impact Bennacer had arguably his best performance of the season and picked up stats in almost every category. He will continue to rotate with Franck Kessie and Sandro Tonali in two spots in the midfield going forward. He has logged two shots, six chances created, eight crosses and 17 tackles in ten games (four starts). Milan will visit Porto in Champions League Tuesday and then Bologna Saturday.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Yet to get on scoresheet Bennacer has yet to get on the scoresheet during the 21/22 season.

Impact Bennacer has had plenty of playing time, but as a deep-lying midfielder he hasn't had many goal-scoring chances. The few he's had have not ended up in the back of the net. Bennacer doesn't offer much fantasy value in his role.

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Clears COVID-19 protocol Bennacer has posted two negative tests in a row and will re-join his teammates in practice next week, Milan announced.

Impact Bennacer was sidelined by the viral infection for just over a week and has about 15 days to be ready for the first match versus Sampdoria. He should be a full go by then.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Contracts Coronavirus Bennacer has tested positive for COVID-19, Milan announced.

Impact Bennacer has had no contact with the rest of the team thus far this summer, Milan specified. He will miss some friendlies, but he has about three weeks to be ready for the opening match against Sampdoria.

JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable against Atalanta Bennacer won two of three tackles, had one interception and drew two fouls in the 2-0 win over Atalanta in the season finale.

Impact Bennacer managed to finish the season with six consecutive stats after struggling to stay healthy from November to March. He has posted two assists, 39 tackles, 20 interceptions and 10 crosses in 21 matches.

MAY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

‘You are at the heart of everything’ - Bennacer on playing Pirlo’s Regista role at AC Milan | Goal.com Ismael Bennacer discusses how he is occupying the role of Andrea Pirlo who was exceptional at it for AC Milan.

AUGUST 6, 2020 • GOAL.COM

Pep Guardiola 'in Love' With Milan Midfielder Ismael Bennacer Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is said to have 'fallen in love' with Milan midfielder Ismael Bennacer, and is keen to bring him to Manch...

JULY 22, 2020 • 12UP.COM

Video shows just how good Kessie and Bennacer were against Juventus – ‘Omnipresent’ Ismael Bennacer and Franck Kessie were in fantastic form again on Tuesday night as AC Milan came from behind to beat Juventus 4-2. The Afric...

JULY 8, 2020 • YARDBARKER.COM

Kessie and Bennacer on display as AC Milan trash Lecce in Serie A return | Goal.com Franck Kessie and Ismael Bennacer both started at the base of midfield with AC Milan claiming a comfortable win over Lecce.

JUNE 22, 2020 • GOAL.COM

AC Milan signs Algeria midfielder Bennacer from Empoli

AC Milan has signed Algeria midfielder Ismael Bennacer from Empoli to a five-year contract

AUGUST 4, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

AC Milan signs Algeria midfielder Bennacer from Empoli