Rennes 3-2 Milan (3-5 agg): Rossoneri held off tough fight from Rennes

AC Milan advances to Europa League last 16 despite scare from Rennes:

Key Point: AC Milan won 5-3 on aggregate against Rennes to reach the Europa League last 16.

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Rennes won the second leg 3-2 but couldn't overturn the first leg deficit.

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Benjamin Bourigeaud scored a hat-trick for Rennes, but Milan held on for the win.

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Luka Jovic and Rafael Leao scored for Milan.

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Milan's experience and Mike Maignan's saves were crucial in securing the victory.

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Rennes fans created a fantastic atmosphere throughout the match.

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Luka Jovic impressed in Olivier Giroud's absence.

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Rafael Leao scored his second goal of the match.

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