The Derby della Madonnina is back, and it's set to be a thrilling clash between AC Milan and Inter Milan at San Siro this Sunday. After their exciting 5-goal thriller in Saudi Arabia last month, these two Serie A giants are gearing up for another fiercely contested battle. With Inter Milan defending their Scudetto and AC Milan aiming to complete a season double, this promises to be one of the most electrifying derbies in recent years.
AC Milan: Struggling to Keep Up
AC Milan, having enjoyed a 2-1 victory over Inter back in September, have not been able to maintain their form in Serie A. With a 16-point deficit from the top of the table, they face a tough challenge. Despite this, Milan were able to deliver a stunning comeback in the Supercoppa Italiana, defeating Inter 3-2, and they’ve won the last two derbies in all competitions. Can they extend this run and secure another shock victory, or will Inter have the last laugh?
Manager Sergio Conceicao will be hoping to make history by becoming the second Milan manager in 35 years to win his first two derbies. However, their recent performances have been inconsistent. After falling to Juventus in a 2-0 loss, Milan managed to bounce back with a Champions League win over Girona and a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory against Parma. But, Milan’s struggles in the league and their recent 2-1 defeat to Dinamo Zagreb have left them outside the top eight, meaning they need a strong result in this derby to keep their hopes of European football alive.
Inter Milan: On Fire and Full of Confidence
On the other hand, Inter Milan is in fine form. After suffering an early-season dip, they have now regained their rhythm. The reigning champions have been on a roll, with Lautaro Martinez in particular firing on all cylinders, scoring a hat-trick in a midweek Champions League clash against Monaco. Inter is within three points of league leaders Napoli, and with a goal-scoring record of 55 goals in Serie A so far, they are looking stronger than ever. Their defense has been equally solid, with a remarkable streak of seven consecutive clean sheets in away matches.
Simone Inzaghi’s side is strong across all areas of the pitch, and they are hungry for revenge following their two recent losses to Milan. The return of Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram up front, along with Denzel Dumfries’ recent scoring form, makes Inter a formidable opponent.
Team News and Lineups
AC Milan's Potential Starting XI (4-3-3):
- Goalkeeper: Maignan
- Defenders: Walker, Tomori, Pavlovic, Hernandez
- Midfielders: Bennacer, Musah
- Forwards: Pulisic, Reijnders, Leao, Abraham
Inter Milan's Potential Starting XI (3-5-2):
- Goalkeeper: Sommer
- Defenders: Pavard, De Vrij, Bastoni
- Midfielders: Dumfries, Barella, Asllani, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco
- Forwards: Martinez, Thuram
Match Prediction: AC Milan 1-3 Inter Milan
Based on recent form, Inter Milan will come into this match as the favorites. Milan may still be reeling from their inconsistency in Serie A, while Inter seems to be hitting top form at just the right time. Expect Inter to assert their dominance early, with Lautaro Martinez continuing his excellent form in front of goal. While Milan could make a push for a goal, Inter’s offensive and defensive prowess will likely prove too strong.
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