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The world is seeing Napoli’s dominance in Serie A this season. With 68 points, they are leading the point table and making an 18 points gap with the second place Inter Milan. However, AC Milan have a chance tonight to level with their arch-rival Inter Milan. The Rossoneri will host Salernitana tonight at San Siro Stadium, aiming to get all three points at home.
Stats & Facts
AC Milan have a strong record against Salernitana, winning five of their last seven matches in Serie A. Moreover, the Rossoneri scored at least two goals in those games.
On the other hand, San Siro Stadium has become a curse for Salernitana FC as they lost each of their three matches since the start of the season. In those games, Salernitana conceded nine goals without scoring. But the visitors have displayed a solid defensive performance in their last two games. Salernitana didn’t concede a single goal in their previous two matches.
Team News
Rafael Leao, one of the key players for AC Milan, missed the last league match due to suspension. However, the forward is back again and ready to play tonight. However, several reports suggest that Zlatan Ibrahimovic could play in the starting XI for the first time this season. But it depends on Oliver Giroud’s condition.
If the manager gives rest to Giroud, Origi or Ibrahimovic will start against Salernitana. However, Junior Messias got a knock during the match against Tottenham Hotspur. He is still out of the squad and will not play tonight. As for Salernitana, they will miss the service of William Troost-Ekong due to injury.
The Possible Lineup for AC Milan:
Maignan; Kalulu, Kjaer, Thiaw; Calabria, Bennacer, Tonali, Hernandez; De Ketelaere, Leao; Origi
The Possible Lineup for Salernitana:
Ochoa; Daniliuc, Gyomber, Pirola; Mazzocchi, Crnigoj, Coulibaly, Bradaric; Kastanos, Candreva; Piatek
Stefano Pioli’s Thoughts
During the pre-match press conference, AC Milan boss Stefano Piolo said, “We need to see the very best of AC Milan tomorrow because it’s an important game. We know that we need to focus on the league with real focus and determination. Salernitana use a similar formation to Tottenham, and we’ll be up against a team who are quick on the counter and solid in defence.”
Betfair Odds
AC Milan: 1.25
Draw: 5.50
Salernitana: 13.00
