UEFA Europa League

Milan defeat 10-man Slavia Prague, Marseille thump Villarreal

Slavia Prague's unfortunate streak of not winning in Italy continued for the ninth consecutive match (D1, L8). They faced a controversial setback when they were reduced to 10 players, but despite their brave efforts, they ultimately suffered a 4-2 defeat against AC Milan in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League last-16 tie.