Soccer: Leao Suffers Calf Injury, Will Miss Cremonese

Milan: Rafa Leao has suffered a mild calf strain and the Portugal striker will miss AC Milan’s Serie A debut against Cremonese next weekend, the Rossoneri said after a test result Tuesday. Leao has sprained his right calf, Milan said, breathing a sigh of relief after fears of a longer stoppage. The player will be evaluated day by day ahead of the following trip to Lecce.

According to Ansa News Agency, Leao underwent checks after the injury in the Coppa Italia first round 2-0 win over Bari at the weekend, where he scored the opener.