Match story
- Manchester United fired more attempts (13 vs 10 shots).
- AC Milan was more accurate in front of goal (40% on target vs 31%).
Manchester United defeated AC Milan 0-1 in UEFA Europa League. The fixture is part of the Round of 16 stage in the 2020 season. The match was played at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milano. Felix Brych, Germany officiated the match. The full-time result capped a AC Milan vs Manchester United meeting in UEFA Europa League with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for AC Milan and Manchester United. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
UEFA Europa LeagueRecorded meetings: 0 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Manchester United defeated AC Milan 0-1 in UEFA Europa League. The fixture is part of the Round of 16 stage in the 2020 season. The match was played at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milano. Felix Brych, Germany officiated the match. The full-time result capped a AC Milan vs Manchester United meeting in UEFA Europa League with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for AC Milan and Manchester United. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
UEFA Europa LeagueRecorded meetings: 0 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Aston Villa have enquired about AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori as they search for a replacement for Ezri Konsa following the England international’s high-profile move to Arsenal. Villa have reportedly made contact with Milan over the availability of the 28-year-old centre-back, who could be available for between €10 million and €15 million this summer. With […] The post Report: Aston Villa eyeing move for former Chelsea defender also linked with Liverpool appeared first on CaughtOffside.
CHRIS WHEELER: Carrick says it's 'ridiculous' to suggest United have been handed an easy start to the season - and admits it's asking a lot for his team to be considered title challengers.
Despite the rumors about a possible departure from Al Hilal, Karim Benzema confirmed he'll be staying at the Saudi Pro League club. Karim Benzema put an end to speculation about his future at the Saudi Pro League, confirming he has no intention of leaving his club this summer. “I’m gonna stay at Al Hilal,” the French forward said, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, closing the door on a transfer saga that had picked up steam in recent days. The rumors gained traction after reports from Diario AS and Sky Sports indicated Benzema was negotiating a possible contract termination with the club, with the 38-year-old reportedly out of manager Simone Inzaghi’s plans. Tension appeared to boil over when Benzema showed visible frustration at being substituted during the Saudi Pro League opener win over Al Faisaly, despite having scored in the match. However, Inzaghi later played down any rift, saying he understood his striker’s desire to play every minute given his own playing career. The uncertainty around Benzema’s situation had also fueled a far more sensational storyline, with reports floating Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami as a possible destination. However, with Benzema now publicly committing to stay, that scenario appears to be off the table. 🚨🔵⚪️ Karim Benzema on his future: “I’m gonna stay at Al Hilal”. pic.twitter.com/CrlFzzFWPb— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 20, 2026 Ollie Watkins turns down Saudi Arabia With Benzema’s future uncertain, Al Hilal had reportedly identified Ollie Watkins as his potential replacement, but that pursuit has also stalled, at least from Aston Villa’s side. The Saudi club had submitted an official €45 million bid for the striker, according to Fabrizio Romano, and Watkins himself was reportedly open to making the switch. Villa, however, held firm, rejecting multiple approaches and instead moving to tie their striker down further, offering him a lucrative new contract to fend off the interest and keep one of Unai Emery’s most important players at Villa Park heading into another Champions League campaign. With Benzema now publicly committing to stay, that search for a replacement striker no longer appears necessary, at least for the time being. His comments effectively take Watkins off Al Hilal’s radar and close the book on one of the more talked-about storylines of the Saudi transfer window.
Manchester United’s new-look midfield, Ipswich’s ambition is tested and Kevin Keegan tributes at NewcastleWhile Myles Lewis-Skelly looks likely to remain at the Emirates, the same can’t be said for Ethan Nwaneri. The 19-year-old was outstanding in his breakthrough season for Arsenal in 2024-25 but barely featured last season and was sent on loan to Marseille. That didn’t really work out and Arsenal are now exploring another temporary move to ensure Nwaneri gets regular football this season. Milan, RB Leipzig, Dortmund and Fulham are all thought to be interested, with Nwaneri unlikely to feature on the bench for Friday’s opener against Coventry as a result. Whether Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus are available remains to be seen as Arsenal attempt to find suitors for the Brazil duo. Ed AaronsArsenal v Coventry City, Friday 8pm (all times BST)Hull City v Manchester United, Saturday 12.30pmIpswich Town v Sunderland, Saturday 3pmNottingham Forest v Leeds, Saturday 3pmBrighton v Aston Villa, Sunday 2pmManchester City v Bournemouth, Sunday 2pm Continue reading...
The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period as clubs look to make big signings ahead of the new season. Here are today's latest developments...
Seattle Sounders are without a win in their last eight MLS games, and they will be hoping to end that run against FC Cincinnati next. The post Seattle’s eight-game losing run ‘super frustrating’ for Schmetzer appeared first on SoccerNews.
Leeds United are among the Premier League clubs who have enquired about signing Liam Delap, according to a report from iNews. The Yorkshire side are exploring options to bolster their attacking options before the transfer window closes. Leeds United, Nottingham Forest and Everton keen on Liam Delap Leeds are not alone in their pursuit of […] The post Report: Leeds United enquire about signing £50m Chelsea star appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Cristian Romero was presented as a new Atletico Madrid player, where he addressed Julian Alvarez and the situation he's currently going through. Cristian “Cuti” Romero was officially presented as a new Atletico Madrid signing on Thursday, having missed the club’s 2026-27 LaLiga opener, a 2-0 win over Malaga in which a section of Atletico supporters directed chants at teammate Julian Alvarez over his links to Barcelona. The Argentine defender, who arrived after leaving Tottenham, addressed the situation for the first time as he faced the media in his unveiling. Asked about Alvarez, Romero didn’t hesitate to back his compatriot. “I see Julian doing very well. I arrived five days ago and he’s the same as always, a guy eager to keep scoring goals and entertaining people,” he said, adding that his teammate remains “very locked in,” a focus that Romero said makes him happy given everything going on around him. Romero‘s comments came just a day after Diego Simeone was asked about the same chants and gave a far more guarded response, saying only that he respects the club’s fans without addressing Alvarez’s situation directly. Club president Enrique Cerezo struck a similarly supportive tone to Romero’s, insisting Alvarez was never for sale and predicting he’ll win the fanbase back within a couple of matches. 21 🔴⚪🇦🇷️ pic.twitter.com/h28C3Y085T— Atlético de Madrid (@Atleti) August 20, 2026 With Alvarez back in individual training and expected to be available for Atletico’s next match against Villarreal on Sunday, Romero’s public show of support adds another voice pushing back against the tension between the forward and a section of the fanbase, even as the club insists the Barcelona saga is now firmly behind them. Cuti Romero on his own arrival at Atletico Madrid Beyond addressing Alvarez’s situation, Romero also opened up about what led him to Atletico Madrid in the first place. The 27-year-old joins after five seasons at Tottenham Hotspur, a spell in which he became a key figure for the club, eventually earning the captaincy and winning the 2024-25 Europa League, before Atletico agreed a €40 million deal with Spurs that ties him to the club through 2031. He’ll wear the number 21 shirt for his debut season under Simeone. “I’m very happy to join this huge club, and I know I’m coming in with the same mentality as always: trying to leave my name written into the history of this beautiful club,” he said, echoing the same ambition that defined his time in England.
Marcus Rashford has returned to Manchester United after his loan spell at Barcelona, and Michael Carrick is excited about having him back. The post Carrick: Rashford looks ‘sharp, strong and ready to play’ for Man Utd appeared first on SoccerNews.
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Aston Villa have enquired about AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori as they search for a replacement for Ezri Konsa following the England international’s high-profile move to Arsenal. Villa have reportedly made contact with Milan over the availability of the 28-year-old centre-back, who could be available for between €10 million and €15 million this summer. With […] The post Report: Aston Villa eyeing move for former Chelsea defender also linked with Liverpool appeared first on CaughtOffside.
CHRIS WHEELER: Carrick says it's 'ridiculous' to suggest United have been handed an easy start to the season - and admits it's asking a lot for his team to be considered title challengers.
Despite the rumors about a possible departure from Al Hilal, Karim Benzema confirmed he'll be staying at the Saudi Pro League club. Karim Benzema put an end to speculation about his future at the Saudi Pro League, confirming he has no intention of leaving his club this summer. “I’m gonna stay at Al Hilal,” the French forward said, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, closing the door on a transfer saga that had picked up steam in recent days. The rumors gained traction after reports from Diario AS and Sky Sports indicated Benzema was negotiating a possible contract termination with the club, with the 38-year-old reportedly out of manager Simone Inzaghi’s plans. Tension appeared to boil over when Benzema showed visible frustration at being substituted during the Saudi Pro League opener win over Al Faisaly, despite having scored in the match. However, Inzaghi later played down any rift, saying he understood his striker’s desire to play every minute given his own playing career. The uncertainty around Benzema’s situation had also fueled a far more sensational storyline, with reports floating Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami as a possible destination. However, with Benzema now publicly committing to stay, that scenario appears to be off the table. 🚨🔵⚪️ Karim Benzema on his future: “I’m gonna stay at Al Hilal”. pic.twitter.com/CrlFzzFWPb— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 20, 2026 Ollie Watkins turns down Saudi Arabia With Benzema’s future uncertain, Al Hilal had reportedly identified Ollie Watkins as his potential replacement, but that pursuit has also stalled, at least from Aston Villa’s side. The Saudi club had submitted an official €45 million bid for the striker, according to Fabrizio Romano, and Watkins himself was reportedly open to making the switch. Villa, however, held firm, rejecting multiple approaches and instead moving to tie their striker down further, offering him a lucrative new contract to fend off the interest and keep one of Unai Emery’s most important players at Villa Park heading into another Champions League campaign. With Benzema now publicly committing to stay, that search for a replacement striker no longer appears necessary, at least for the time being. His comments effectively take Watkins off Al Hilal’s radar and close the book on one of the more talked-about storylines of the Saudi transfer window.
Manchester United’s new-look midfield, Ipswich’s ambition is tested and Kevin Keegan tributes at NewcastleWhile Myles Lewis-Skelly looks likely to remain at the Emirates, the same can’t be said for Ethan Nwaneri. The 19-year-old was outstanding in his breakthrough season for Arsenal in 2024-25 but barely featured last season and was sent on loan to Marseille. That didn’t really work out and Arsenal are now exploring another temporary move to ensure Nwaneri gets regular football this season. Milan, RB Leipzig, Dortmund and Fulham are all thought to be interested, with Nwaneri unlikely to feature on the bench for Friday’s opener against Coventry as a result. Whether Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus are available remains to be seen as Arsenal attempt to find suitors for the Brazil duo. Ed AaronsArsenal v Coventry City, Friday 8pm (all times BST)Hull City v Manchester United, Saturday 12.30pmIpswich Town v Sunderland, Saturday 3pmNottingham Forest v Leeds, Saturday 3pmBrighton v Aston Villa, Sunday 2pmManchester City v Bournemouth, Sunday 2pm Continue reading...
The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period as clubs look to make big signings ahead of the new season. Here are today's latest developments...
Seattle Sounders are without a win in their last eight MLS games, and they will be hoping to end that run against FC Cincinnati next. The post Seattle’s eight-game losing run ‘super frustrating’ for Schmetzer appeared first on SoccerNews.
Leeds United are among the Premier League clubs who have enquired about signing Liam Delap, according to a report from iNews. The Yorkshire side are exploring options to bolster their attacking options before the transfer window closes. Leeds United, Nottingham Forest and Everton keen on Liam Delap Leeds are not alone in their pursuit of […] The post Report: Leeds United enquire about signing £50m Chelsea star appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Cristian Romero was presented as a new Atletico Madrid player, where he addressed Julian Alvarez and the situation he's currently going through. Cristian “Cuti” Romero was officially presented as a new Atletico Madrid signing on Thursday, having missed the club’s 2026-27 LaLiga opener, a 2-0 win over Malaga in which a section of Atletico supporters directed chants at teammate Julian Alvarez over his links to Barcelona. The Argentine defender, who arrived after leaving Tottenham, addressed the situation for the first time as he faced the media in his unveiling. Asked about Alvarez, Romero didn’t hesitate to back his compatriot. “I see Julian doing very well. I arrived five days ago and he’s the same as always, a guy eager to keep scoring goals and entertaining people,” he said, adding that his teammate remains “very locked in,” a focus that Romero said makes him happy given everything going on around him. Romero‘s comments came just a day after Diego Simeone was asked about the same chants and gave a far more guarded response, saying only that he respects the club’s fans without addressing Alvarez’s situation directly. Club president Enrique Cerezo struck a similarly supportive tone to Romero’s, insisting Alvarez was never for sale and predicting he’ll win the fanbase back within a couple of matches. 21 🔴⚪🇦🇷️ pic.twitter.com/h28C3Y085T— Atlético de Madrid (@Atleti) August 20, 2026 With Alvarez back in individual training and expected to be available for Atletico’s next match against Villarreal on Sunday, Romero’s public show of support adds another voice pushing back against the tension between the forward and a section of the fanbase, even as the club insists the Barcelona saga is now firmly behind them. Cuti Romero on his own arrival at Atletico Madrid Beyond addressing Alvarez’s situation, Romero also opened up about what led him to Atletico Madrid in the first place. The 27-year-old joins after five seasons at Tottenham Hotspur, a spell in which he became a key figure for the club, eventually earning the captaincy and winning the 2024-25 Europa League, before Atletico agreed a €40 million deal with Spurs that ties him to the club through 2031. He’ll wear the number 21 shirt for his debut season under Simeone. “I’m very happy to join this huge club, and I know I’m coming in with the same mentality as always: trying to leave my name written into the history of this beautiful club,” he said, echoing the same ambition that defined his time in England.
Marcus Rashford has returned to Manchester United after his loan spell at Barcelona, and Michael Carrick is excited about having him back. The post Carrick: Rashford looks ‘sharp, strong and ready to play’ for Man Utd appeared first on SoccerNews.
Tap a headline to view metadata and excerpt fields in Sportra, then use the article website button to continue on the original publisher page.
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