TIJANI REIJNDERS NEWS

Wreaks havoc in Empoli tilt Reijnders scored two goals to go with three shots (two on target), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Empoli.

Impact Reijnders put together his second brace of the season with two highly technical finishes from the middle of the box. He's up to six goals in the campaign, four of which have come in the past six matches, where he has added 13 shots (six on target), nine key passes and five tackles (two won).

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good versus Slovan Bratislava Reijnders registered one interception and three shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Tuesday's 3-2 victory over Slovan Bratislava.

Impact Reijnders was a constant presence on offense even though he wasn't involved in any of the three goals. He has scored twice, assisted once and logged 10 shots (four on target), eight key passes and two crosses (one accurate) in the last five matches.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Cagliari tilt Reijnders assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one tackle (zero won) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Cagliari.

Impact Reijnders didn't have a particularly active showing but sprung Rafael Leao on the opening goal with a lovely ball over the top for his second seasonal assist. He's made the stat sheet in four consecutive fixtures, scoring as many goals and adding eight shots (five on target), five key passes, three tackles (one won) and two clearances.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nets against Real Madrid Reijnders scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating two chances during Tuesday's 3-1 win over Real Madrid.

Impact Reijnders found the back of the net in the 73rd minute scoring Milan's third and final goal of the match. Reijnders has been in excellent form in the Champions League this season scoring three goals while playing the entirety of all four matches for Milan.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Monza Reijnders drew one foul and scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Monza.

Impact Reijnders had a few threatening channel runs and found himself at the right place at the right time to nudge the ball home with a header after a save by Stefano Turati. He hit the net in consecutive matches after failing to do so in all the previous ones. He has tallied seven shots (four on target), four key passes, six crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles (both won) in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Completes disqualification Reijnders served a one-game ban in Tuesday's 2-0 defeat versus Napoli.

Impact Reijnders will be back in the XI against Monza replacing Yunus Musah. He had a brace and logged five shots (three on target), four chances created, six crosses (zero accurate) and six interceptions in his last five showings.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Redeems himself with UCL brace Reijnders (suspension) scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) in Tuesday's 3-1 victory over Club Brugge.

Impact After being sent off in under half an hour during AC Milan's latest Serie A game, Reijnders stepped up in Champions League action. On two separate occasions, he was left open near the center of the penalty box and slotted goals quickly after receiving passes from his teammates. In one fell swoop, Reijnders went from domestic-league zero to international hero by helping Milan's team log its first in UCL action this season.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red in Udinese game Reijnders was sent off in the 29th minute of Saturday's game versus Udinese after registering one shot (zero on goal).

Impact Reijnders had a good start but was expelled for impeding a clear-cut scoring opportunity with a slight foul from behind on an opponent who was about to enter the box. He'll be sidelined for next Saturday's away game versus Bologna. Yunus Musah or Ruben Loftus-Cheek will replace him in the midfield.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Collects assist versus Inter Reijnders assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Inter Milan.

Impact Reijnders moved a few meters back compared to recent games but had his first goal contribution of the season thanks to a surgical free kick that found Matteo Gabbia in the middle of the box. He'll start most matches and serve as a secondary offensive weapon regardless of the role. He has posted five key passes, four interceptions and nine shots (three on target) in the most recent five.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Parma Reijnders had two shots (one on goal), one interception and two key passes in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Parma.

Impact Reijnders didn't put up eye-popping stats but was often the lone beacon of hope if a floundering midfielder for most of the game. He challenged the goalie from distance and rocked the crossbar in his best effort. He has logged five shots (two on target), three key passes and one cross (zero accurate) in two fixtures.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Poor performance despite win Reijnders registered one tackle won and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 win against Turkey.

Impact Reijnders started his fifth straight game at Euro 2024 on Saturday but saw his worst performance of the tournament after not registering a single offensive stat and having a minor impact on the defensive side of the ball. He should remain a starter moving ahead, although he will hope for a better performance and possibly his first goal contribution of Euro 2024.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in Cagliari bout Reijnders scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), two tackles (two won) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Reijnders recorded his first goal in two months with a surgical piledriver from outside the box midway through the second half. He has hit the net four times in the season. He has recaptured a regular role in the last four tilts, logging five shots (one on target), six key passes, three crosses (one accurate) and three tackles (two won).

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Fiorentina Reijnders assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Fiorentina.

Impact Reijnders co-paced his team in key passes and picked up a point by springing Rafael Leao loose on a counter in the second half. It's his third assist of the season. He has tallied one goal, four shots (two on target), nine chances created and three crosses (one accurate) in the last five games, re-gaining a consistent role after getting benched a few times in the previous month.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good in Verona match Reijnders generated one shot (zero on goal), three tackles (two won), two clearances and three chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Verona.

Impact Reijnders had a sound two-way display in the win, pacing his team in key passes. His minutes have been managed more in recent tilts as Milan advanced in Europe, but he generally gets some action in each tilt. He has posted one goal, six key passes and four shots (one on target) in the last five games.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Serves disqualification Reijnders completed a one-game ban in Sunday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Reijnders will most likely return to the XI in the upcoming game against Rennes and Monza as has been the case for the entire season. Ismael Bennacer, Yacine Adli, and Yunus Musah will likely begin rotating next to him and Ruben Loftus-Cheek in the midfield. He has assisted once and added four key passes, four shots and six tackels (three won) in his last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Totals assist Reijnders assisted once to go with two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Roma.

Impact Reijnders started and played all 90 minutes the last six matches in a row, recording a goal and an assist along with 13 chances created and 10 crosses (five accurate) in that span.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Productive against Salernitana Reijnders had two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (three accurate), four chances created, and five corners in Friday's 2-2 draw against Salernitana.

Impact Reijnders had one of his busiest performances of the season, partially thanks to a high number of accurate corner kicks. He paced his side in both deliveries and key passes. He has scored once and logged seven shots (one on target), six chances created, and 10 crosses (three accurate) in the last five matches. Milan will host Sassuolo next Saturday.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot on goal Reijnders scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Monza. In addition, he was given a yell...

Impact Reijnders does not shoot the ball often, and when he does, his shots are often not on goal. He is not even averaging 1.5 shots across the 2023-24 Serie A and has only two shots on goal across his last five appearances. But with both his shots on goal, Reijnders scored, creating a recent scoring rate that is excellent from a midfielder like him.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots Reijnders took two off target shots during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Newcastle.

Impact Reijnders was held off the scoresheet, but tied for the team-high with two shots in the match. The midfielder hasn't had a goal involvement in the last month in all competitions, but has made seven tackles and four interceptions across his last three appearances as a locked in starter for Milan.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles in Atalanta game Reijnders won two of four tackles and four duels and had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-3 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Reijnders had more success defensively than in the final third, and his offensive output has been trending in the wrong direction as of late due to a less dynamic role in the midfield. He has scored once and posted four key passes, three crosses (zero accurate), and 12 tackles in the last five games. Milan will face Newcastle United away in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Monza next Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Silent against Fiorentina Reijnders created one scoring chance and had three tackles (two won), three clearances, and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 win against Fiorentina.

Impact Reijnders made his presence felt more in the back than in the final third in a game that didn't have a lot of offense overall. He has scored once and posted six shots (one on target), seven chances created, and 10 crosses (four accurate) in the last five matches. Milan will host Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Tuesday and then Frosinone on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first Serie A goal against Lecce Reijnders scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), one cross (zero accurate), and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Lecce.

Impact Reijnders finally broke the spell after squandering a few good chances in previous matches, as he was left unchecked in the box after a lengthy run through the middle, plus his shot was helped by a deflection. He has logged six shots (one on target), eight chances created, and 10 crosses (four accurate) in the last five games. Milan will host Fiorentina on November 25.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid showing against Napoli Reijnders generated two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Napoli. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th m...

Impact Reijnders hasn't scored or assisted in his last 12 appearances but has only been a sub in one of those games. He will look to make a bigger impact in the final third next time out against Udinese.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots versus Genoa Reijnders had two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), one key pass, and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 win against Genoa.

Impact Reijnders was again pretty involved and one of the main creators for his side but lacked clutchness in the box on a pair of juicy chances. He has recorded nine shots (zero on target), seven key passes, four crosses (two accurate), and eight tackles in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable in Borussia Dortmund clash Reijnders registered one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate), two key passes, and three corners in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Reijnders did a little bit of everything on offense but missed the target on a big chance late in the game. He has been a solid contributor on both ends but has yet to score. He has posted nine shots (one on target), six chances created, and four crosses (two accurate), in the last five games.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE