"AC Milan started the year in the best way possible with a narrow, Allegri-esque, away win against Cagliari. Rafael Leao scored the winner, but as highlighted by our player ratings below, a midfield duo played a crucial part. If you haven't already, make sure to check out how we decide the player ratings. From the scale to what affects the rating, we have compiled everything there."
"Saelemaekers (7): His outside-of-the-boot pass just before the goal was brilliant, and once again his ability to find space was crucial. Milan often relied on him in the second phase of the build-up and he sometimes moved to the left too. Defensively, he also had some key interventions tonight. Fofana (6.5): In fairness to him, the pass for Rabiot on the goal (also outside of the boot) was really good and just what Milan needed at that moment."
AC Milan began the year with a narrow 1-0 away victory at Cagliari. Rafael Leao scored the decisive goal. A midfield duo played a crucial role in the build-up and transitional phases. Mike Maignan kept a clean sheet while contributing with composed distribution and cross collection. Fikayo Tomori combined well with the wide players and defended solidly despite a few mistimed moments. De Winter found his positioning, won battles, and adapted well when shifted left. Bartesaghi showed calmness on the ball and defensive solidity from centre-back. Saelemaekers supplied the key outside-of-the-boot pass and made important defensive interventions. Fofana provided a pinpoint pass for the goal.
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