AC Milan took on Venezia in matchday 5 of the Serie A at the San Siro stadium and won deservedly after a dominating performance, especially in the second half. The opponents simply had no answer to the Rossoneri's attempts.
La Gazzetta dello Sport discussed the game as usual and highlighted the performance of the French full-back who came on as a substitute. Theo Hernandez finally switched gears and was the author of a goal and an assist. He earned himself a 7.5 rating. Next, Ismael Bennacer had a very good game in his first start of this season. He showed quality and strength in midfield, a 7 was awarded to him for his hard work. Brahim Diaz had a good shift as well and scored a goal. He also received a 7, just like Alexis Saelemaekers who came on in the second half and changed the dynamics of the match with his pace, agility and dribbles.
Mike Maignan was not bothered too much by Venezia's attempts and kept a clean sheet, a 6 rating for him as well as Alessio Romagnoli, Matteo Gabbia, Ante Rebic and Fikayo Tomori.
Sandro Tonali had a decent game as well and the newspaper awarded him with a 6.5 grade for his efforts. He shares this rating with left-winger Rafael Leao and right-back Pierre Kalulu.
Finally, two players were not impressive. Alessandro Florenzi continue to not impress as a right winger as he was given a rating of 5.5. He was chosen as the worst player on the pitch. Then, Fodé Ballo-Touré had also a 5.5 in his first debut.
Pietro Pellegri made his first debut against Venezia last night and received a 6.
Coach Stefano Pioli's changes in the second half are what won the game for AC Milan against Venezia. Despite finding difficulties at first, the coach knew how to turn the game around and his grade for the match is 6.5.
