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AC Milan steadies Champions League push with 1-0 win at Verona, Juventus beats Bologna

AC Milan has boosted its chances of qualifying for next season's Champions League with a 1-0 win over Hellas Verona

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Leao benefited from Milan boos, insists Allegri Rafael Leao was booed off by AC Milan fans last time out, but Massimiliano Allegri believes that will help the winger against Hellas Verona.

2 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Ranieri and Gasperini are fighting for control at struggling Roma

Two of Italy’s most respected coaches, Claudio Ranieri and Gian Piero Gasperini, were united a year ago in their efforts to make Roma a Serie A contender again

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Misfires in Udinese contest Leao had eight shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus Udinese.

Impact Leao resumed starting after dealing with a groin issue and paced his team in attempts, but had terrible aim. He hasn't contributed to a goal in four appearances. He has notched multiple shots in his last seven outings, racking up 25 attempts (seven on target) and posting seven chances created, 12 crosses (seven accurate) and one corner during that stretch.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Inserted late versus Napoli Leao (thigh) had one off-target shot and five crosses (two accurate) in eight minutes in Monday's 1-0 loss to Napoli.

Impact Leao only saw very limited action after rehabbing a muscular problem for most of the break, but looked pretty good and sent in a host of crosses, considering his scarce playing time. He'll look to get completely healthy this week and would likely unseat Christopher Nkunku or Niclas Fullkrug against Udinese on Saturday if he manages. He has taken at least one shot in six straight outings, accumulating 17 attempts (seven on target), scoring twice and adding six chances created and 10 crosses (six accurate) over that span.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Napoli bout Leao (thigh) "has resumed practicing and is in pretty good shape," coach Massimiliano Allegri communicated.

Impact Leao spent part of the break in Portugal rehabbing a lingering groin injury and has been a full-go in training over the last couple of days and will be available Monday versus Napoli. His minutes might be monitored for a game or two, also considering that Milan are whole offensively for the first time in a long time. Christopher Nkunku, Niclas Fullkrug or Santiago Gimenez would get the nod if he didn't. Leao has fired multiple shots in his last five outings, totaling 16 attempts (seven on target), scoring twice and posting seven chances created and five crosses (four accurate) during that stretch.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids serious problems Leao underwent the tests on his injured thigh, which ruled out a strain or other severe issues, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Leao is dealing with some tightness and a pre-existing inflammation he has been playing through and will rest and rehab during the break, with a solid chance of being available for April 6's clash against Napoli.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Torino clash Leao won't be available Saturday due to a right adductor issue, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Leao has been managing a lingering injury in the area throughout the season. He's set for tests to assess whether it's just another flare-up or if he sustained a more serious problem. Niclas Fullkrug or Christopher Nunku will take his place against Torino.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Trouble In Milan? Star Strikers Leao And Pulisic Reportedly Have Heated Confrontation

Tempers are boiling over at AC Milan following a chaotic trip to the capital, with Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic at the centre of a brew...

MARCH 17 • FOX SPORTS

Trouble In Milan? Star Strikers Leao And Pulisic Reportedly Have Heated Confrontation

Strikes in Cremonese game Leao scored one goal to go with six shots (three on target), one key pass and one corner in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Cremonese.

Impact Leao paced his team in attempts and squandered a few juicy chances throughout the contest but eventually managed to punch one in, tucking it in the empty net on a late counter. He improved to nine goals in the season. He has logged multiple shots in the last three tilts, amassing 12 attempts (six on target), scoring twice and adding six key passes and five crosses (four accurate) over that span.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus boosts Champions League hopes with stoppage-time equalizer at Roma

Substitute Federico Gatti equalizes in stoppage time and Juventus comes back from two goals down to earn a 3-3 draw at Roma in Serie A

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

Scores in Como meeting Leao scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target) and drew two fouls in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Como.

Impact Leao equalized the game in the second half by beating the offside trap on the long ball and keeping his aplomb in front of the goalie. He hadn't hit the net in his previous five appearances. He's up to eight goals in the season. He has registered one assist, four shots (two on target) and three key passes in his last five showings, as he continues to be affected by a nagging groin problem.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan falls seven points behind leader Inter in title race after 1-1 home draw with Como

AC Milan has fallen seven points behind Inter Milan in the Italian title race after drawing 1-1 at home to Como

FEBRUARY 18 • Associated Press

Dishes assist against Como Leao drew one foul and assisted once to go with two interceptions and one chance created in Thursday's 3-1 win over Como.

Impact Leao had mostly a quiet display but found Adrien Rabiot with a little ball over the top to set the stage for his side's first goal. It's his second helper in the season. He didn't take a shot, ending a five-game streak during which he had fired 16 (eight on target). He has scored twice and notched chances created and one cross (one accurate) in the last four matches since returning from injury.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Adrien Rabiot helps AC Milan close Serie A gap with 3-1 comeback win over Como

AC Milan has narrowed the gap at the top of Serie A by rallying to defeat Como 3-1

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

Scores on season-high seven shots Leao scored one goal to go with seven shots (four on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 1-1 draw against Genoa.

Impact Leao continued his strong run of form with another goal, scoring from a season-high seven shots to make it back-to-back goals. He has started the last 10 matches when available and failed to record an attacking contribution only three times, twice leaving before the second half due to discomfort or injury and once against league leaders Inter. During that span, he has totaled seven goals from 30 shots and one assist from seven chances created.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan saved by Genoa's missed penalty in dramatic 1-1 draw

AC Milan has missed the chance to close in on Serie A leader Inter Milan as it drew 1-1 with Genoa

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Scores against Cagliari Leao (thigh) scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one tackle (zero won) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Leao logged 70 minutes after missing time with an injury and decided the game with a precise strike from the left-hand portion of the box after a defender botched a clearance. He's up to six goals in 11 Serie A games. He has posted at least one shot in his last three displays, totaling eight (two accurate) and adding one goal and two chances created in that stretch.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Leão strike takes AC Milan to the top of Serie A

Rafael Leão has returned from injury to score the goal that took AC Milan back to the top of Serie A

JANUARY 2 • Associated Press

Starting vs. Cagliari Leao (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Cagliari.

Impact Not only has Leao recovered from the injury that sidelined him for more than a month, but he'll be available to lead the attacking line. Leao has five goals and one assist this season across 10 appearances (eight starts).

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Cagliari Leao (thigh) "has recovered fully but hasn't played in a month. We'll see how many minutes he has in him," coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.

Impact Leao was given an extra week to shake off his thigh issue and will be in the mix to start since Christopher Nkunku (ankle) is out and Christian Pulisic isn't 100 percent, but is unlikely to play the whole game. He has notched two goals and one assist in his last five showings, adding 12 shots (six on target), three key passes and three crosses (zero accurate).

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Still out for Verona fixture Leao (thigh) "won't be called up for Sunday," coach Massimiliano Allegri stated.

Impact Leao hasn't responded well to the ramp-up in training and will skip his second Serie A in a row, plus the Supercoppa Italiana in between. Christopher Nkunku and Christian Pulisic will likely team up again offensively, while Ruben Loftus-Cheek will be the main alternative.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Primed to return against Verona Leao (thigh) trained regularly with the rest of the group as Milan returned from Saudi Arabia, Mediaset reported.

Impact Leao was unable to play during the Supercoppa Italiana but will have multiple days to get ready for Sunday's home game against Verona. He might be eased off the bench initially, like after his calf injury early in the season. His return will impact Christopher Nkunku primarily. He has tallied two goals and one assist in his last five showings, adding 12 (six on target), three crosses (zero accurate) and three key passes.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Supercoppa Leao (thigh) remained unavailable for Thursday's clash with Napoli.

Impact Leao traveled with the rest of the team to Saudi Arabia as he had a shot to be an option for the final, but his team got eliminated beforehand, and he's continued to train on the side in the lead-up to this match, ultimately watching it from the stands. He'll have more than a week to be ready for December 28's game against Verona.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing mild injury Leao has avoided a muscular lesion but is dealing with significant adductor soreness, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Leao won't be available against Sassuolo later his week, but he's not expected to be out for a long time and could return for the Supercoppa on December 18 or at worst for the ensuing Serie A round. Christopher Nkunku and Christian Pulisic will form the attack while Leao is on the shelf.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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