Serie A 2022-23: AC Milan vs Salernitana: Predicted lineup, Injury news, head-to-head, telecast

The Rossoneri host The Granata at San Siro to regain the top-four spot in the Italian league.

AC Milan and Salernitana will face off in a highly anticipated match in the Italian Serie A. The two teams have a long history of rivalry, and this match promises to be an intense battle. AC Milan, one of the most successful clubs in Italian football history, has had a mixed season so far. They currently sit in fifth place in the Serie A standings and they have struggled for consistency, and their form has been up and down. Milan will be looking to build some momentum in this match, as they aim to secure a place in the top four and qualify for next season's UEFA Champions League. Salernitana, on the other hand, are one of Serie A's newcomers, having won promotion from Serie B last season. They have had a difficult start to life in the top flight and currently find themselves near the relegation zone.

The two teams have already faced off once this season, with Milan winning 3-1 at Salernitana's home ground in December 2022. However, this match will be played at Milan's San Siro stadium, where they have a formidable home record. Overall, this promises to be an exciting match, with both teams having plenty to play for.

Kick-Off:

Monday, 13-03-2023, 7:45 PM (GMT)

Tuesday, 14-03-2023, 1:15 AM (IST)

AC Milan Form (All Competitions): D-L-W-W-W

Salernitana Form (All Competitions): D-W-L-L-L

Players to Watch Out

AC Milan: Rafael Leao

Leao's style of play is characterized by his pace, dribbling ability, and finishing skills. He is also known for his versatility, as he can play in various attacking positions. This season, Rafael Leao has been an important performer for AC Milan in all classifications. In 23 appearances this season, the striker has contributed to 15 goals in Serie A. Despite being just 23 years old, Leao has already shown immense potential, and many believe that he has the talent to become one of the best players in the world.

Salernitana: Boulaye Dia

Boulaye Dia is a young and talented striker. Dia has been a regular in the team, often playing as the lone striker. His style of play is characterized by his pace, physicality, and ability to score goals from various positions. He is also a hard-working player who is always willing to track back and defend his team. He is currently the top scorer for the team and would be a key player in this match.

Match facts

• After conceding goals in 12 straight games, Salernitana has gone two games without doing so in Serie A.
• Salernitana has a joint-negative record in a single away venue after losing all three of their games played at the Meazza stadium since the start of last season, with an overall score of 9-0.
• In seven Serie A confrontations, AC Milan has prevailed five times.

Injury and team news

AC Milan are likely to miss out on the services of Brahim Diaz with the midfielder picking up a knee injury in the last outing against Fiorentina. Otherwise, Stefano Pioli should have all his other players at his disposal. Giroud and Tonali could get a good rest after the hard-earned UCL victory against Spurs. Davide Nicola is facing serious fitness worries as William Troost-Ekong, the trusted Centre-Back is out with a knee problem and also Piatek and Tonny Vilhena are at a risk of suspension.

Head-to-head record

Matches: 3AC Milan: 2Salernitana: 0Draws: 1

Predicted Lineup

AC Milan predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)

Maignan; Tomori, Thiaw, Kalulu; Hernandez, Tonali, Krunic, Messias; Leao, Rebic, Giroud

Salernitana predicted lineup (3-5-2):

Ochoa; Gyomber, Daniliuc, Pirola; Candreva, Nicolussi, Coulibaly, Bohinen, Bradaric; Bonazzoli, Dia

Match Prediction

When these two teams were to play each other, it would likely be an interesting match, with AC Milan being the stronger and more experienced team, but Salernitana possibly putting up a good fight. However, the outcome of the match cannot be predicted with certainty. AC Milan will look forward to gaining the top four spot in this already tight league.

Prediction: AC Milan 2 - 0 Salernitana

Telecast

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