SAMUEL CHUKWUEZE NEWS

Sloppy in Slovan Bratislava game Chukwueze had three shots (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 3-2 victory against Slovan Bratislava.

Impact Chukwueze had a robust amount of touches and opportunities in the final third but was imprecise for the most part. He has started consistently as of late and put up decent numbers but has failed to contribute to a goal, recording seven shots (two on target), eight key passes, 17 crosses (two accurate) and three corners in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses against Monza Chukwueze had two shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Monza.

Impact Chukwueze continued to benefit from a recent tactical adjustment and Tammy Abraham's (shoulder) injury, getting the nod for the third time in the last four matches and assembling a respectable display on offense. He has scored and assisted once during his resurgence, adding eight shots (three on target), five key passes and 13 crosses (three accurate).

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Lively in Napoli game Chukwueze created two scoring chances and had one shot (one on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 2-0 loss versus Napoli.

Impact Chukwueze was the most active man for his side on the offensive, pacing it in a pair of categories. He's benefitted from Christian Pulisic moving to no.10 and opening up a spot on the wing as of late, starting twice in the last three matches after being an afterthought for multiple games. He has scored and assisted once in the past five, adding nine shots (three on target), four chances created and 11 crosses (one accurate).

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in UCL action Chukwueze assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-1 win versus Club Brugge.

Impact Following his goal and start against Udinese, Chukwueze was demoted from AC Milan's starting XI for the team's latest UCL game. But with the Milan offense struggling in one hour, he was brought on to help the team move better forward. Chukwueze did his job, as one of his 15 passes and lone chance created found Tijjani Reijnders for Milan's third goal Tuesday.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Udinese Chukwueze (thigh) scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Udinese.

Impact Chukwueze delivered in his first start in a couple of months, juking a pair of defenders before beating the opposing goalie with a lefty strike in the lone goal of the contest. He also led his team in attempts. He could become a regular if Tammy Abraham (shoulder) misses time and the coach sticks with this configuration. He has logged seven shots (two on target), three key passes and six crosses (two accurate) in the last five fixtures.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Udinese Chukwueze (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Udinese.

Impact Chukwueze returns as expected and enters the starting XI for the first time since August. The attacker has yet to score or assist for Milan this season.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Udinese tilt Chukwueze (thigh) will be available against Udinese and is in contention to start, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Chukwueze trained almost fully after a scare with Nigeria and might replace Tammy Abraham in the XI, with Christian Pulisic and Alvaro Morata changing roles amid some rotation and adjustments. He has come off the bench in his last five appearances, logging four shots (one on target), two key passes and four crosses (two accurate).

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Might not miss time Chukwueze is nursing a minor thigh issue and the initial tests ruled out a strain, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Chukwueze will be evaluated in the next couple of days but might be able to be an option for the Udinese game despite not being 100 percent. He has mostly been a bench player so far.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hurt with Nigeria Chukwueze picked up a muscular problem while playing with his national team and will take some tests in the next few days, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Chukwueze had to leave early a tilt versus Libya and will skip the second match on the schedule to return to Italy and be assessed by his team. He has had a minor role so far.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Lazio clash Chukwueze won two of three tackles and recorded one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Lazio.

Impact Chukwueze benefitted from Rafael Leao getting benched in this one and had an okay showing, although he wasn't as impactful as other forwards nor involved in the two goals. He's getting more regular minutes than in the past but will likely remain a backup when they are whole. He has logged three shots (zero on target), two key passes and seven crosses (zero accurate) in three games (two starts).

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Samuel Chukwueze scores in the 55th minute, AC Milan beats Real Madrid 1-0 at Soldier Field

Samuel Chukwueze scored in the 55th minute and AC Milan beat Real Madrid 1-0 on Wednesday night at Soldier Field in an international friendly

AUGUST 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will sit final games Chukwueze suffered a grade one strain of the biceps femoris in his left thigh, Sportitalia informed.

Impact Chukwueze will skip the last two matches and easily recover during the summer. His absence will lead to more minutes for Yunus Musah and Noah Okafor down the stretch if Ruben Loftus-Cheek (thigh) doesn't return. He closes an uneven first Serie A season, where he rarely earned a regular role, with three goals, three assists, 39 shots (13 on target) and 26 key passes in 30 appearances (14 starts).

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off against Cagliari Chukwueze recorded one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in 45 minutes in Saturday's 5-1 victory over Cagliari before leaving due to a left thigh injury, SportMediaset info...

Impact Chukwueze drew the second start in a row but was forced off at halftime after a muted showing. Usual starter Rafael Leao replaced him off the bench. The two have also starred together in more aggressive lineups. He's headed for some tests ahead of Saturday's tilt against Torino.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Finds assist Sunday Chukwueze assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Chukwueze earned his first start in three appearances Sunday, getting 81 minutes of play and earning an assist in the 45th minute. This gave him his third assist of the season, having four goal contributions in league play. His performance outside of the assist was also great, notching five chances created and six crosses.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist versus Lecce Chukwueze drew two fouls and assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and five chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Chukwueze stayed in the XI even though Christian Pulisic was a full-go as Ruben Loftus-Cheek was disqualified, paced his team in key passes and set up the opening goal with a timely feed outside the box. He has logged one goal, one assist, seven shots (three on target) and eight chances created in the last five games (three starts).

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Fiorentina Chukwueze won four duels, had two successful take-ons and recorded one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Chukwueze played over Christian Pulisic, who returned late from the US and was pretty lively. He had a major chance on a header, but Pietro Terracciano denied him. While he's unlikely to become a regular starter, he's getting more action as of late. He has scored once and added five shots (three on target), three chances created and one inaccurate cross in the last four games (one start).

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Bags goal against Verona Chukwueze scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and one interception in 16 minutes in Sunday's 3-1 victory against Verona.

Impact Chukwueze came off the bench late but made his presence felt anyway as he sealed the game with a gorgeous volley from outside the box following a corner kick. He hadn't scored since mid-December. He has tallied five shots (three on target), one key pass and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances (zero starts).

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Silent despite start versus Monza Chukwueze (AFCON) had one shot on target, one tackle (one won) and one clearance and drew one foul in Sunday's 4-2 loss to Monza.

Impact Chukwueze got the nod in his first game back after AFCON as Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic both started on the bench, but he didn't make an impact and was replaced at halftime. He didn't have a regular role in the month before leaving, but he'll be in the mix since Milan have a busy schedule. He has posted two goals, one assist, 25 shots (eight on target) and eight chances created in 19 showings (nine starts).

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return versus Monza Chukwueze (AFCON) has been a full-go in training in the last couple of days and is poised to be called up for Sunday's match against Monza, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Chukwueze headed back to Italy on Wednesday but remained unavailable for the latest Europa League tilt due to a lack of practice time and subpar conditioning. He'll be back into the fold over the weekend after sitting out seven games due to international duties. He mostly had a bench role behind Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao before leaving, tallying one goal, three shots (two on target), three key passes and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances (one start).

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Nigeria Chukwueze has left Milan to join Nigeria's retreat ahead of AFCON, Il Gazzettino relayed.

Impact Chukwueze departed a little later than other players since he was allowed to play in a Coppa Italia game. He'll be unavailable for the next four matches at least. He generally backs up Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic. Noah Okafor (thigh), Chaka Traore, and Luka Romero will handle those duties while he's out.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores game winner from bench Chukwueze scored a goal while taking one shot (on goal) and creating a chance during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Newcastle.

Impact Chukwueze entered the match in the 83rd minute and scored the game winning goal for Milan a minute into his appearance. The match broke a streak of five straight starts in all competitions for Chukwueze as he has scored two goals and provided an assist across his last six matches.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Pulisic scores as AC Milan, Newcastle are both eliminated from Champions League

AC Milan’s 2-1 win at Newcastle in the Champions League proved to be in vain as both teams were eliminated from the competition.

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Takes four shots against Frosinone Chukwueze won five duels, had two successful take-ons, and registered four shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 win against Frosinone.

Impact Chukwueze turned in a decent performance while filling in for Rafael Leao again but lacked touch in the box. His teammate could be back for the next match. He has scored and assisted once and added 13 shots (three on target) and three key passes in the last four games.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer against Dortmund Chukwueze scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 3-1 defeat against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Chukwueze collected the ball from Calabria and dribbled past the Dortmund defense and scored in the 37th minute. He completed four dribbles and was instrumental for Milan on the wing. He also made a couple of tackles. He is expected to play an important role for Milan over the next couple of weeks as Rafael Leao has been sidelined due to injury.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slippery versus FIorentina Chukwueze won six duels and one of four tackles, took one off-target shot, and had one successful take-on in Saturday's 1-0 win against Fiorentina.

Impact Chukwueze provided a ton of pace to the Milan frontline but didn't put up numbers in the key categories. He's poised for more opportunities to start since Rafael Leao (thigh) is expected to stay on the mend. He has registered one assist, eight shots (three on target), and six inaccurate crosses in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE