MATCHDAY 4 GRUP FASE AC MILAN vs REAL MADRID

Player Ratings: AC Milan 1-1 Real Madrid from Goal.com

AC Milan

Dida: 5 - Spilled again to the detriment of his team and persisted with his frustrating knack of parrying into his own area. Fumbled on crosses but pulled out an outstanding late save from Raul.


Oddo: 5.5 - Relatively efficient in his duties again this evening, although he will be happy not to face Marcelo every week.

Nesta: 7 - Invited the Madrid attack all the way to the depths of the Rossoneri back-line and stood resolute alongside Silva. Another effortlessly world class showing. A study in consistency.

Thiago Silva: 7 - A composed showing from the young Brazilian. Competed well alongside Nesta, he limited Benzema and Higuain, one aberration aside, to very little.

Zambrotta: 7.5 - Raided the left-flank with great effectiveness after a poor opening from the hosts. Earned the penalty and curbed the attacking enthusiasm shown by Ramos.

Ambrosini: 8 - Once Milan gained their foothold, it was the responsibility of the captain to shut out the Merengues. He did, with aplomb, and shadowed Kaka into the periphery of the game.

Pirlo: 5.5 - Set-piece delivery was typically accurate and he made himself available for the majority of passes through the midfield. Quiet by his standards though.

Seedorf: 7.5 - The man has class oozing from every pore. His passing and tackling were second to none and he showed remarkable energy in his offensive and defensive duties. A cameo with Ronaldinho in the second half was a joy to behold.

Ronaldinho: 8 - Not quite his brilliant best, but not far off. The vision on his through balls was brought further into focus, he dispatched a wonderful penalty and he even made a tackle or two.

Pato: 9 - Milan's most potent attacking weapon, wreaking damage throughout the 90 minutes. Had a seemingly legitimate goal chalked off and his guile earned at least two Merengues bookings. Efficient with his delivery of crosses too.

Borriello: 4.5 - Showed some good movement in the second half, laid off well for his midfield but could not make a goal threat of himself.


Subs

Inzaghi: 6 - Had a late chance to steal the show.