Video: AC Milan pull ahead against Barça with a slight suspicion of handball

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They didn't have to be asked twice to take their opportunity as they scored what could prove a vital goal in this tie.

By Adrian Collins

Barcelona have dominated possession in this game, but it's AC Milan who have the lead after scoring from a set piece in the second half.

The Italians are experienced in soaking up pressure and hitting on the break, and were looking to take their opportunity when it came along from the free kick.

There's more than a suspicion of handball here as the ball seems to hit Zapata, but not on purpose. In a classic case of “play the whistle!”, Barcelona seemed to switch off with their hands in the air, but Kevin Prince Boateng was alert and alive to the chance as he finished the rebound smartly.

Barcelona's big names have been pretty quiet so far, and are yet to really force anything from the AC Milan defence.