THEO HERNANDEZ NEWS

AC Milan welcomes Ibrahimovic back in 2-0 win over Atalanta

A scorching volley from Theo Hernandez led to the opening goal, Zlatan Ibrahimovic made his season debut and goalkeeper Mike Maignan returned after five months out during an encour...

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Creates three chances in Monza game Hernandez had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate), three chances created, and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 win against Monza.

Impact Hernandez led his team in deliveries and key passes and was often the main source of offense. On the other hand, he squandered a major opportunity to score in a one-on-one with the goalie in the first half. He has logged one assist, five shots (one on target), ten chances created, and 20 crosses (seven accurate) in the last five matches. Milan will host Atalanta next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active against Tottenham Hernandez won nine duels and had one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate), and two corners in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Hernandez was instrumental in the lone goal of the contest, as he bent the defense with a bursting run and challenged Fraser Foster, which eventually led to Brahim Diaz tapping it home. He has looked like himself in the past two games after a few underwhelming showings. He has notched one assist, five shots (one on target), five chances created, and 17 crosses (five accurate) in the last four games. Milan will face Monza away Saturday.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League: Mbappé can’t catch break as PSG loses third straight

Bayern stuns a hobbling PSG and AC Milan defeats Tottenham as the UEFA Champions League resumes play for the first time since November.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Provides assist versus Torino Hernandez assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 win versus Torino.

Impact Hernandez collected his first point in eight matches with a neat delivery for Olivier Giroud from the left flank to set up the game-winning goal. He also led his team in crosses. He has posted six shots (one on target), six chances created, 14 crosses (four accurate), and five tackles (three won) in the last five appearances. Milan will host Tottenham in Champions League Tuesday and then visit Monza next Saturday.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paltry again in derby Hernandez drew three fouls and generated one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's 0-1 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Hernandez had a slightly better showing than some of his recent subpar ones, but he continues to struggle to recapture his best form. He has posted four shots (one on target), five key passes, and nine crosses (three accurate) in the last five appearances. Milan will host Torino Friday.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedestrian versus Sassuolo Hernandez (thigh) created two scoring chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate), won one of two tackles, and had one interception in Sunday's 2-5 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Hernandez was pretty good on offense after a series of lackluster showings, but he was very poor in the back like most of his teammates. He has notched three shots (one on target), four chances created, ten tackles (five won), and two interceptions in the last four matches.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes XI for Sassuolo game Hernandez (thigh) is starting in Sunday's match against Sassuolo.

Impact Hernandez quickly returns to the Xi after sitting out the past fixture with an ailment. Instead, his backup Sergino Dest is on the mend. He has logged two goals, two assists, 23 chances created, and 39 crosses (13 accurate) in 16 Serie A appearances.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On track for Sassuolo game Hernandez (thigh) "worked with the group Friday, and he was fine after the session. If he continues as is, he'll be available against Sassuolo," coach Stefano Pioli relayed.

Impact Hernandez missed the past game with muscle fatigue, but he's poised for a quick return and might get the nod over Sergino Dest right away. He has logged three shots (one on target), two chances created, 11 tackles (four won), and two interceptions in the last four matches.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Lazio clash Hernandez hasn't been called up for Tuesday's game versus Lazio due to muscle fatigue, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Hernandez wasn't feeling right and the coaching staff elected to leave him home rather than risk a more significant injury. Sergino Dest is set to fill in for him on the left flank.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles versus Salernitana Hernandez won 13 duels and two of five tackles, drew four fouls, and took one off-target shot in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Salernitana.

Impact Hernandez wasn't the usual force on offense, but he racked up numbers while focusing on the passive phases thanks to his physicality. He has recorded two goals, two assists, 30 shots (six on target), and 21 chances created in 14 games. Milan will host Roma Sunday.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Messi, Mbappé lead selections for AP's team of the World Cup

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé head the selections for the team of the tournament as chosen by writers covering the World Cup for The Associated Press

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Logs three crosses in loss Hernandez logged three crosses (zero accurate) and won two-of-three tackles during Sunday's World Cup final loss to Argentina after penalties.

Impact Hernandez only made it 71 minutes into the match before Eduardo Camavinga took his place on the pitch. He couldn't quite match up to a stunning Argentine performance for much of the game but still played well to make it to the final after replacing brother Lucas Hernandez in game one. He ends the first half of the season with six assists and three goals between league, UCL and national team matches, an exceptional run for a quality player.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

To start in World Cup final Hernandez (knee) made the starting lineup for Sunday's World Cup final against Argentina.

Impact Hernandez had missed a training session Friday but even if he's hurt he's playing through the pain for a major final. He's done well since replacing brother Lucas as the starting left-back but will face a tough defensive task against Lionel Messi.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Key points to how France can win another World Cup title

There are some key points where defending champion France can win or lose the World Cup final against Argentina on Sunday

DECEMBER 17, 2022

Tchouameni and Hernandez miss France training due to injury Aurelien Tchouameni and Theo Hernandez were absent from training with the France squad as they continued their recovery from respective inju...

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Absent from training Friday Hernandez was absent from Friday's training session ahead of Sunday's final against Argentina due to a knee problem, according to RMC Sport.

Impact Hernandez scored in the semifinal winner over Morocco and would be a big absence as he and brother Lucas Hernandez are their top options at left-back. Interestingly, Eduardo Camavinga was used on the left flank when Hernandez was rested during the group stage against Tunisia, so this is one option if Hernandez isn't an option to start by Sunday.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Who's deeper, France or Argentina? Our ultimate World Cup XI

Who has the best player at every position for Sunday's World Cup final? We combined France and Argentina's rosters to make an ultimate XI.

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Morocco makes another World Cup statement despite loss

Yassine Bounou stretched out his arm with everything he had trying to get something in the way of the ball

DECEMBER 14, 2022

World Cup Daily: France's super-sub, Morocco's amazing almost-goal, and more

France will face Argentina in the World Cup final after beating Morocco 2-0. Here's everything that happened in Qatar on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 14, 2022

France tops Morocco, will meet Argentina in World Cup final with chance to repeat

Against Lionel Messi and Argentina, Les Bleus will have a chance to become the first champion to repeat since Pelé's Brazil in 1962.

DECEMBER 14, 2022

World Cup 2022 - France 2-0 Morocco: Theo Hernandez and Randal Kolo Muani on target as Didier Deschamps' side reach final Match report as France beat Morocco 2-0 to set up a World Cup final against Argentina; Theo Hernandez and Randal Kolo Muani were on target f...

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • SKY.COM

Mbappe, France advance to World Cup final, beat Morocco 2-0

France and Kylian Mbappé are headed back to the World Cup final for a much-anticipated matchup with Lionel Messi after ending Morocco’s historic run at soccer’s biggest tournament

DECEMBER 14, 2022