Ibrahimovic could reach important record against Liverpool

Ibrahimovic debuted with a goal against Lazio. If Zlatan scores with Liverpool he will reach a very important milestone.

After almost five months injured and out of the pitch Zlatan Ibrahimovic returned to play against Lazio and it was a return with a bang. The Swedish centre forward scored the second goal of the match after 7 minutes on the pitch and sealed the Rossoneri’s victory.

AC Milan are currently leading Serie A with 9 points after three wins. On Wednesday, AC Milan make their Champions League debut in England against Liverpool. 

As reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport in today’s edition, Zlatan Ibrahimovic against Liverpool at Anfield stadium could reach an important milestone. If Ibrahimovic were to score against the Reds he would score his 50th goal in the Champion League. A goal that would mean a lot to him.

At nearly 40 years of age, it’s not that easy for a player to be decisive in a prestigious tournament like the Champions League. Reaching 50 goals could be the right way to put the icing on the cake to a crazy and successful career for the Swedish giants. At the same time Zlatan would become the oldest player to score in Champions.

The Rossoneri have been drawn in a very difficult group against prestigious opponents like Liverpool, Atletico Madrid and Porto. Nevertheless, the Rossoneri will play they chances and try to reach the next stage.

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