Digimagaz.com – The iconic San Siro stadium will play host to a pivotal Serie A clash as Stefano Pioli’s AC Milan look to rebound from recent disappointments, including a crushing 5-1 defeat against Inter and a goalless stalemate in the Champions League against Newcastle.
Verona, under the stewardship of Marco Baroni, are similarly hunting for a much-needed win after drawing against Bologna and losing to Sassuolo in their last two outings.
Broadcast Details:
The showdown is slated for September 23 at 9 am ET. How to watch AC Milan vs Verona online ?Football aficionados in the U.S. can catch all the action live on Paramount+.
AC Milan
The Rossoneri have been hit with some crucial injuries. Their shot-stopper, Mike Maignan, suffered a thigh injury during their European fixture against Newcastle, leading to Marco Sportiello donning the gloves against Verona. Furthermore, injuries to Pierre Kalulu and Ismael Bennacer compound Pioli’s selection dilemmas.
However, the anticipated attacking trio of Christian Pulisic, Olivier Giroud, and Rafael Leao could spell trouble for the Verona defense.
Possible AC Milan XI
Maignan; Calabria, Tomori, Kjaer, Hernandez; Musah, Krunic, Reijnders; Pulisic, Giroud, Leao.
Verona
The visitors will be without Thomas Henry due to an ACL injury, while Jayden Braaf and Josh Doig won’t make the trip to Milan. The attacking duties might fall upon the shoulders of Milan Djuric or Federico Bonazzoli, with captain Marco Faraoni expected on the right wing.
Possible Verona XI
Montipo; Dawidowicz, Hien, Magnani; Faraoni, Hongla, Duda, Lazovic; Mboula, Ngonge; Djuric.
Past Encounters
Historical clashes lean in favor of Milan, with the Rossoneri winning four out of their last five head-to-head fixtures against Verona.
Recent results
- Jun 5, 2023: AC Milan 3-1 Verona (Serie A)
- Oct 17, 2022: Verona 1-2 AC Milan (Serie A)
- May 9, 2022: Verona 1-3 AC Milan (Serie A)
Both teams will be desperate for a win, with AC Milan looking to reaffirm their status in Serie A, while Verona aims to cause an upset in the fashion capital.
Source : Goal.com
