Modrić's struggles against Lazio: Analysis of his first-half difficulties in the match

Sky Sport has revealed some difficulties faced by Luka Modrić during the match between AC Milan and SS Lazio, which ended in a 2-2 draw in Serie A.

Luka Modrić was substituted at half-time as AC Milan trailed against SS Lazio, before the team managed to come back in the second half.

During the "Sky Calcio Club" program, a set of statistics was presented that highlighted Luka Modrić's struggles, not only in terms of bursts of speed and acceleration but also in passing accuracy, amid the pressure exerted by SS Lazio players on the midfield of AC Milan.

Gianni Maruoki said: "His teammates need to help him by moving better and creating passing options," while Giuseppe Bergomi explained that SS Lazio's pressing succeeded in limiting Luka Modrić's impact, adding: "In the second half, AC Milan stretched better forward."

The match reading indicates that Luka Modrić's exit at half-time was not the only factor behind AC Milan's improvement, but it came alongside an enhancement in the team's movement and their appearance as more cohesive and capable of advancing towards SS Lazio's goal.