AC Milan faces Fiorentina on Sunday, aiming to maintain pressure on league leaders Inter Milan. The Rossoneri recently drew against Genoa, leaving them three points behind first place. Similarly, Fiorentina seeks to escape the relegation zone after a frustrating draw against Lazio. Currently, they sit second-bottom in Serie A with just 13 points, three away from safety.
Match Preview: Fiorentina vs AC Milan
This season has been a challenging one for Fiorentina. They managed to secure two wins in their last four matches, which represents a slight improvement. In their last outing, they led Lazio but conceded a stoppage-time equalizer, resulting in a 2-2 draw. This season, they have dropped 18 points from winning positions, the highest in Serie A.
- Current Serie A position: 18th
- Points: 13
- Recent form: L L W L W D
Fiorentina’s recent form suggests hope, highlighted by a recent victory at home against strong opponents. They have won three of their last four encounters with AC Milan at the Stadio Franchi, providing further motivation as they seek to climb out of the relegation zone.
AC Milan’s Current Standing
Meanwhile, AC Milan holds steady as a title contender. Their last league loss dates back to the season opener, contributing to their unbeaten streak in Serie A. The Rossoneri have not lost on the road this season, boasting five wins and three draws away from home.
- Current Serie A position: 3rd
- Points: 45
- Recent form: W W D W W D
Milan’s attacking strength is evident with Rafael Leao in fine form, recently scoring a crucial equalizer against Genoa. The team looks strong, but they will miss suspended center-back Fikayo Tomori. Koni De Winter is expected to step in alongside Strahinja Pavlovic and Matteo Gabbia in defense.
Team News for Fiorentina
- Long-term absentee: Tariq Lamptey
- Possibly unavailable: Edin Dzeko
- Return to action: Jacopo Fazzini
- Recent acquisition: Marco Brescianini from Atalanta BC
Possible Starting Lineups
| Fiorentina | AC Milan |
|---|---|
| De Gea | Maignan |
| Dodo | De Winter |
| Comuzzo | Gabbia |
| Pongracic | Pavlovic |
| Gosens | Saelemaekers |
| Mandragora | Loftus-Cheek |
| Fagioli | Jashari |
| Solomon | Rabiot |
| Brescianini | Estupinan |
| Gudmundsson | Pulisic |
| Kean | Leao |
As the match approaches, predictions tilt in favor of AC Milan, anticipated to clinch a narrow victory against Fiorentina. The Rossoneri’s form under coach Max Allegri has proven effective and consistent, promising a tough challenge for the struggling Viola.
