AC Milan vs Lecce Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Coppa Italia 2025-26

The previous confrontation between them ended in favour of the Rossoneri.

AC Milan are all set to lock horns with Lecce in the second round fixture of the ongoing 2025-26 Coppa Italia edition. This interesting contest between these Italian clubs will take place at the San Siro Stadium.

The Rossoneri have started their season on a positive note this time around. Massimiliano Allegri’s AC Milan are looking good under their new manager, Massimiliano Allegri. They secured an easy win against Bari in their previous Italian Cup competition game. For their upcoming fixture, they will be at home, putting them at a significant advantage.

On the other hand, the Giallorossi are in poor form at the moment. They have already lost to Milan once this season and will be under pressure for their upcoming game. It is going to be an away contest for them. Lecce have underperformed in their recent matches against Rossoneri.

Kick-off:

• Location: Milan, Italy
• Stadium: San Siro Stadium
• Date: Wednesday, September 24
• Kick-off Time: 12:30 a.m. IST (Tuesday, Sept 23; 07:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: Not in use

Form:

Milan: W-L-W-W-W

Lecce: W-D-L-L-L

Players to Watch

Christian Pulisic (AC Milan)

The American forward is coming in after scoring a brace for the Rossoneri in their previous fixture. Christian Pulisic helped his side secure an easy one after helping them in the attacking front. Christian Pulisic is going to be a genuine menace to the opponent’s defence in the upcoming fixture.

Nikola Stulic (Lecce)

Nikola Stulic will have an important role to play in the attacking front for his side. He will be looking to step up so that he can help his side by scoring a goal or two. It is not going to be a tough affair for the visitors, but a good performance by Stulic can help Lecce stand a chance.

Match Facts

• AC Milan haven’t lost to Lecce in their last 13 meetings.
• Giallorossi are on a three-match losing streak.
• Rossoneri have won all of their last three matches.

AC Milan vs Lecce: Betting Tips and Odds

• AC Milan to win
• Christian Pulisic to score
• Goals under 3.5

Injury and Team News

Rafael Leao, Mike Maignan and Ardon Jashari are injured, hence keeping them out of action for AC Milan.

Lecce will miss out on the services of Balthazar Pierret, Gaby Jean and Filip Marchwinski as they are injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 31

AC Milan won: 17

Lecce won: 2

Draws: 12

Predicted Lineups

AC Milan predicted lineup (3-5-2)

Terracciano (GK); Tomori, Gabbia, Pavlovic; Saelemaekers, Fofana, Modric, Rabiot, Estupiñán; Gimenez, Pulisic

Lecce predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Falcone (GK); Kouassi, Gaspar, Gabriel, Gallo; Coulibaly, Ramadani, Sala; Perotti, Stulic, Scottil

Match Prediction

The Rossoneri have performed in their last few matches against the Giallorossi. AC Milan will be coming in as the favourites and are likely to outshine Lecce in their upcoming Coppa Italia clash.

Prediction: Milan 3-0 Lecce

Telecast Details

USA: Paramount+

UK: Premier Sports

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