AC Milan vs Dortmund: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

The last encounter ended in a goalless draw

As the knockout stages are getting closer, things are going to get more feisty in the UEFA Champions League. Matchday 5 in the 'Group of Death' - Group F - and a lot is at stake as the teams are just separated by a single point. Now, AC Milan gets ready to face Dortmund at San Siro for matchday 5 of group-stage matches.

The Rossoneri will be hosting the German club after beating PSG in front of the home crowd, 2-1. Meanwhile, Dortmund will be taking a trip to Italy on the back of their 2-0 win over Newcastle as well. Further, the Black and Yellows top their group and a win would seal their qualification to the knockouts.

Kick-off

Tuesday, 28th November 2023, 8 PM GMT

Wednesday, 29th November 2023, 1:30 AM IST

Location: San Siro

Form

AC Milan (in UCL): D-D-L-W

Dortmund (in UCL): L-D-W-W

Players to watch for

Olivier Giroud (AC Milan)

At 37, Olivier Giroud is impressing with his all-round skills. With 7 goals and 3 assists in Serie A, and one goal in the Champions League, he aims to help his team reach the knockouts. Despite his age, he's a crucial part of the starting XI, proving he's ageing like fine wine.

Julian Brandt (Borussia Dortmund)

German midfielder Julian Brandt is excelling in the Bundesliga, with 4 goals and 5 assists in 12 league games this season. Moreover, he's scored in the Champions League. Milan is up next, and fans anticipate another standout performance, hoping for qualification.

Match facts

• Milan will be hosting Dortmund for the first time since the 2002-03 group stage match, where they lost 1-0.
• Dortmund have lost 4 out of their last 5 matches against the Italian sides in European competitions.

Injury and team news

During the international break, Noah Okafor got a hamstring injury, adding to AC Milan's injury list, which already includes Rafael Leao, Simon Kjaer, Pierre Kalulu, and Marco Pellegrino. For Dortmund, Julien Duranville and Felix Nmecha are the only confirmed absentees. Other than that both the contingent will look to line up their stronger sides, in an all-to-play-for game.

Head-to-head

Matches: 5

AC Milan: 2

Dortmund: 1

Draws: 2

Predicted lineup for AC Milan vs Dortmund

AC Milan (4-3-3)

Maignan; Calabria, Tomori, Thiaw, Hernandez; Musah, Adli, Reijnders; Loftus-Cheek, Giroud, Pulisic

Dortmund (4-3-3)

Kobel; Ryerson, Hummels, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini; Ozcan, Can, Brandt; Malen, Fullkrug, Reus

Match prediction for AC Milan vs Dortmund

While Dortmund need a win to secure qualification, a result other than a victory would put Milan in hot waters. So, by all means, the visitors must expect a fiery home side. As for the results, it seems like a Milan game to win dramatically and lit up San Siro.

Prediction: AC Milan 2 - 1 Dortmund

Telecast

India – Sony Sports Network

UK – TNT Sports

US – CBS, TUDN

Nigeria – SuperSport