U-18 Youth League: AC Milan Hold Newcastle United to a Draw

Match Summary

On Tuesday, March 7, 2023, AC Milan's U-18 squad faced off against Newcastle United in the UEFA Youth League Round of 16 first leg at the St. James' Park.

The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams showing resilience and determination throughout the 90 minutes.

First Half

Newcastle United started the match brightly, dominating possession and creating several early chances.

However, AC Milan gradually grew into the game and began to create chances of their own.

The deadlock was broken in the 25th minute when Newcastle's Elliot Anderson scored a stunning goal from outside the box.

Second Half

AC Milan came out with renewed vigor in the second half and equalized just five minutes after the restart through a close-range finish from Lorenzo Colombo.

Both teams continued to push for a winning goal, but neither side could find a breakthrough.

Key Highlights

• AC Milan controlled possession for 58% of the match.
• Newcastle United had more shots on target (4 to 3).
• AC Milan's goalkeeper, Andreas Jungdal, made several crucial saves to keep his team in the game.

What's Next?

The second leg of the tie will be played at the Vismara Sports Center in Milan on March 14, 2023.

AC Milan will need to win by at least two clear goals to advance to the quarter-finals, while Newcastle United will be looking to secure a draw or a win to progress.