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Walker subbed at HALF-TIME for AC Milan then watches replacement set up winner

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Walker subbed at HALF-TIME for AC Milan then watches replacement set up winner

KYLE WALKER was hauled off at HALF-TIME during AC Milan’s clash with Hellas Verona.

The defender joined the Italian giants on loan during the January transfer window.

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Kyle Walker was subbed off after 45 minutes against VeronaCredit: Getty

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He joined AC Milan on loan in JanuaryCredit: Reuters
Santiago Gimenez and a teammate celebrating a goal.

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His replacement Alex Jimenez (left) helped set up the winning goalCredit: Getty

Walker, 34, would have been hoping that a switch to Italy would help him find his form after early season struggles in the Premier League.

He has thus far made five appearances for AC Milan, with his latest coming in Serie A.

Milan faced 15th-placed Verona at the San Siro on Saturday night, but Walker did not make it past the break.

The Englishman was hauled off at half-time by manager Sergio Conceicao.

The former Porto boss replaced Walker with Alex Jimenez, who went on to help set up the winning goal for the hosts.

The Spanish full-back played in a delicate chipped pass into the Verona box, which was cleverly flicked on by Rafael Leao and finished off by Santiago Gimenez.

Conceicao did not explain his decision to replace Walker after the game, as he did not attend any media duties.

The manager instead sent club advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic in his place.

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The reason behind this was due to the death of Porto president Pinto da Costa on Saturday.

The Swede said: “I am here because the coach is in the locker room.

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AC Milan head coach Sergio Conceicao coaching during a soccer match.

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Sergio Conceicao has won eight of his 13 matches at MilanCredit: AP
Milan vs. Hellas Verona match stats: Milan 1-0.  Includes shots on target, shots, blocked shots, possession, passes, completed passes, tackles, fouls conceded, and corners.

“He is very shaken at the death of the Porto president, who was like a father to him. So I am here.”

Meanwhile, Walker’s substitution appeared to be more tactical as Milan were pressing for the win.

The defender saw plenty of the ball and won all five of his duels, and even helped in the attack with four crosses.

He did not concede a single foul and only misplaced two passes during the first half.

Conceicao’s decision could have also come with an eye on the club’s Champions League clash against Feyenoord on Tuesday.

The seven-time winners must come back from a first-leg 1-0 defeat to progress past the Dutch team.

Walker was run ragged in the first game as he struggled to contain Brazilian winger Igor Paixao.

Kyle Walker's match statistics: 45 mins played, 51 touches, 2 tackles, 4 crosses, 5 duels won, 0 duels lost.
Heat map of Kyle Walker's play against Hellas Verona.
Pass map showing Kyle Walker's 32 completed passes and 2 incomplete passes against Hellas Verona.

Source link – thesun.co.uk

Tags: AC Milan, Champions League, Italy, Kyle Walker, Manchester City, Section: Sport:Football, Serie A

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