Kyle Walker’s new adventure with AC Milan took a hit on Wednesday as the team crashed out of the Champions League following a 2-1 aggregate defeat to Feyenoord.
Despite hopes of progressing to the last-16, Milan’s dreams were dashed after a tense match in the play-off round at San Siro.
Milan’s Strong Start Quickly Derailed
Milan entered the match trailing 1-0 on aggregate from the first leg, but they got off to a dream start when Santiago Gimenez scored for the hosts just one minute into the game.
With the aggregate score tied, Milan, playing on their home turf, were now seen as the favorites to advance. But things quickly took a turn for the worse.
Theo Hernandez’s Red Card Changes the Game
The match’s momentum shifted dramatically in the second half when Theo Hernandez was sent off in the 51st minute.
The red card came after a second yellow for simulation, leaving Milan to play nearly 40 minutes—plus possible extra time—with only 10 men on the field.
The situation became increasingly challenging for the Italian side, and the team found themselves struggling to stay afloat.
Walker’s Efforts Fall Short in Tough Loss
Kyle Walker, who had been playing right-back for the entire match, did what he could, but it wasn’t enough to secure a comeback.
Feyenoord’s Julian Carranza netted the winning goal on the 73rd minute, sealing Milan’s fate and sending the Dutch team into the Champions League’s final 16.
The final whistle triggered celebrations from the Feyenoord players and coaching staff, while AC Milan faced the harsh reality of elimination.
Kyle Walker Settles Into Milan Despite Family Tensions
Off the pitch, Walker is adjusting to life in Italy, preparing to move into a luxury apartment in the City Life district of Milan.
While he is excited about his new living situation, his family is not relocating to Milan just yet.
MailOnline can confirm that Walker’s wife, Annie Kilner, and their four children remain in the UK.
Marital Strains and Long-Distance Life
Sources revealed that Walker’s marriage with Annie is still going through a rocky phase, despite improvements.
Annie has yet to decide if she will move permanently to Milan, and there are practical challenges like schooling and finding a suitable home for the family.
For now, Kyle will be living alone in his three-bedroom apartment, while Annie and the children stay in England.
Kyle Walker Finds Joy in Milan
Despite the personal strains, sources close to Walker say that he is thriving both on and off the pitch in Milan.
Described as a “new man,” Walker is enjoying his time in Italy and is reportedly happier than ever.
He seems to be finding relief in putting his domestic troubles behind him and embracing the next chapter of his career in Serie A.
Annie Kilner Visits Milan With Their Children
Though the couple remains apart for now, Annie did fly to Milan with their four children to watch Kyle’s debut for AC Milan.
The family spent some quality time together exploring the city and getting familiar with their new surroundings, but it remains unclear whether Annie will eventually make the move to Italy.
As Walker settles into his new life and career in Milan, the coming months will likely determine how his personal life unfolds amid the challenges of being separated from his family.
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