Match report
Manchester United Defeats AC Milan 1-0 in UEFA Europa League
AC Milan
0–1
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Manchester United
Mar 18, 2021
Manchester United stunned AC Milan with a 1-0 victory in the UEFA Europa League, securing a vital win for their campaign. The Red Devils took the lead through Paul Pogba in the 48th minute, capitalizing on AC Milan's defensive struggles. The Rossoneri, despite multiple substitutions and yellow cards, failed to break through the Man Utd defense. The win solidifies Manchester United's position in the Europa League group stage.
Key Facts
- • Match Result: AC Milan 0-1 Manchester United
- • Goal: P. Pogba (48')
- • Yellow Cards: P. Kalulu (65'), D. Dalot (77'), S. Kjær (85')
- • Substitutions: AC Milan - Samu Castillejo (65'), Rade Krunic (72'), Manchester United - M. Rashford (46')
Lineups
AC Milan
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 99 G. Donnarumma (G)
- 24 S. Kjær (D)
- 23 F. Tomori (D)
- 19 T. Hernández (D)
- 20 P. Kalulu (D)
- 10 H. Çalhanoğlu (M)
- 18 S. Meïté (M)
- 7 Samu Castillejo (F)
- 33 R. Krunić (M)
- 79 F. Kessié (M)
- 56 A. Saelemaekers (M)
Substitutes
- 11 Z. Ibrahimović
- 5 Diogo Dalot
- 21 Brahim Díaz
- 46 M. Gabbia
- 1 C. Tătărușanu
- 8 S. Tonali
- 90 A. Donnarumma
- 4 I. Bennacer
- 30 R. Tonin
Manchester United
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 26 D. Henderson (G)
- 2 V. Lindelöf (D)
- 5 H. Maguire (D)
- 23 L. Shaw (D)
- 29 A. Wan-Bissaka (D)
- 17 Fred (M)
- 18 Bruno Fernandes (M)
- 21 D. James (M)
- 39 S. McTominay (M)
- 10 M. Rashford (M)
- 11 M. Greenwood (F)
Substitutes
- 6 P. Pogba
- 33 B. Williams
- 34 D. van de Beek
- 27 Alex Telles
- 1 David de Gea
- 19 A. Diallo
- 31 N. Matić
- 38 A. Tuanzebe
- 13 L. Grant
Timeline
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46' Manchester United subst · Substitution 1Off: M. Rashford · On: P. Pogba -
48' Manchester United Goal · Normal GoalP. Pogba -
65' AC Milan Card · Yellow CardP. KaluluFoul
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65' AC Milan subst · Substitution 1Off: Samu Castillejo · On: Z. Ibrahimović -
65' AC Milan subst · Substitution 2Off: P. Kalulu · On: D. Dalot -
72' AC Milan subst · Substitution 3Off: Rade Krunić · On: B. Diaz -
77' AC Milan Card · Yellow CardD. DalotFoul
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85' AC Milan Card · Yellow CardS. KjærFoul
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90' Manchester United Card · Yellow CardL. ShawOff the ball foul
Match Stats
| Stat | AC Milan | Manchester United |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 13 | 8 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 85% |
| Offsides | 6 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 10 | 13 |
| Corners | 4 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 529 | 521 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 4 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 5 |
| Possession | 50% | 50% |
| Accurate Passes | 435 | 442 |
| Shots Inside Box | 7 | 8 |
| Saves | 3 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Manchester United's early substitution of Marcus Rashford in the 46th minute set the tone for their offensive push.
- ▸ Paul Pogba's goal in the 48th minute shifted momentum in favor of Manchester United, who maintained control for the remainder of the match.