Kyle Walker was forced to deliver a “we are not Lionel Messi” message to AC Milan team-mate Joao Felix during a half-time scolding.
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- Rossoneri trailed at the interval
- Portuguese accused of doing too much
- Issues for Walker on & off the field
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WHAT HAPPENED?
England international Walker felt the need to speak with his Portuguese colleague when making his way back onto the field during the interval of a Serie A clash with Napoli. Milan clearly needed to change something as they were trailing 2-0 at the time.
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WHAT KYLE WALKER SAID
Chelsea loanee Felix was, in Walker’s opinion, trying too much when in possession. The experienced full-back, who is on loan in Italy from Premier League giants Manchester City, was seen telling Felix: “Pass the ball, we are not Messi.”
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Walker’s advice seemingly fell on deaf ears as Felix was replaced just 10 minutes into the second half. Milan went on to lose the game 2-1, with Mexican striker Santiago Gimenez missing a penalty that he took ahead of USMNT star Christian Pulisic.
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