Samuel Chukwueze Wins Nigerian Derby as AC Milan Beat Venezia

Samuel Chukwueze came out on top in the latest Nigerian derby after helping AC Milan beat Venezia 2-0 at San Siro on Friday night.

The two Super Eagles players started for opposite teams in the Serie A clash, but it was Chukwueze who finished the night with a smile as Milan secured their second straight league win.

Chukwueze played the full 90 minutes and impressed in his role as a right-sided wing-back in Milan’s 3-4-2-1 formation.

The 27-year-old was involved in both attack and defence. He created three key chances, produced two big chances and completed 26 of his 31 passes. He also made three crosses and six progressive carries.

Defensively, Chukwueze made three tackles, winning two, as well as one clearance and a blocked shot.

He nearly provided an assist in the 12th minute when he played Gonçalo Ramos through on goal, but the Milan striker was denied by Venezia goalkeeper Filip Stanković.

Chukwueze also had a chance to score but saw his effort saved.

His performance earned him a 7.9 rating from FotMob and the Player of the Match award.

For Akor Adams, it was a difficult evening as Venezia suffered their second consecutive defeat.

The 26-year-old striker played the full match but struggled to get into the game as Milan controlled much of the action.

Adams had Venezia’s first good chance in the 19th minute after being played through by John Yeboah, but his effort from a tight angle was easily saved by Mike Maignan.

He finished the game with just one shot on target, although he had six touches inside the Milan box.

Milan finally took the lead in the 69th minute when Ramos finished Alexis Saelemaekers’ pass.

The hosts sealed the win in the 89th minute after Ardon Jashari’s effort was saved, with the rebound deflecting off Redouane Halhal and into the net.

Chukwueze has now played 180 minutes in Milan’s opening two Serie A matches and has one assist.

While Adams and Venezia will be looking for answers after another defeat, Chukwueze continues to grow in confidence.

For now, the bragging rights in the latest Super Eagles derby belong to Chukwueze.