AC Milan host Juventus at San Siro in a crucial Serie A clash, with just three points separating the sides in the race for European qualification.
AC Milan vs Juventus Form and Head to Head
The Rossoneri approach this encounter having secured a narrow 1-0 away victory against Verona in their most recent league outing. However, their form has been somewhat inconsistent over their last six Serie A fixtures, registering three wins and three losses. This patchy run sees them ranked 11th in the league's form table for the last six matches. Despite this, the hosts have won their last match and will be hoping to build some momentum.
In stark contrast, Juventus arrive in formidable shape, currently leading the league's form table after an impressive run. The Old Lady continued their strong performances with a commanding 2-0 home win over Bologna last weekend. This victory marks their fifth win in their last six Serie A matches, with the other result being a draw. Their defensive solidity has been a key factor, as they have kept a clean sheet in five of these last six league outings.
The most recent meeting between these two historical rivals, which took place in October of last year, ended in a goalless draw at Juventus's home ground. Looking back at their last six encounters across all competitions, Juventus hold a slight advantage with two wins to AC Milan's one, alongside three draws. Notably, three of the last four games between these sides have ended in a 0-0 stalemate. A recurring theme in this fixture has been a lack of goals, with AC Milan seeing under 2.5 goals in nine of their last eleven home matches against Juventus. Furthermore, Juventus have maintained a clean sheet in five of their last six matches against the Rossoneri.
Who is the Betting Favourite in AC Milan vs Juventus?
According to recent odds, Juventus are only slight favourites to beat AC Milan, with an implied win probability of around 36%, while Milan are close behind at 34%, highlighting just how tight this contest is expected to be.
| Match Winner | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| AC Milan | 19/10 | AK Bets |
| Juventus | 7/4 | AK Bets |
| Draw | 9/4 | 10bet |
Odds last updated at 1:00PM Sunday, 26th April. View the full market on the AC Milan vs Juventus Betting Page on Oddschecker.
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AC Milan vs Juventus Team News
AC Milan will be without a couple of key players for this crucial fixture. Matteo Gabbia is sidelined due to an ankle injury, while Ruben Loftus-Cheek is also unavailable, recovering from a broken jawbone. These absences could impact the hosts' defensive and midfield options.
Juventus also have their share of injury concerns. Striker Dusan Vlahovic is out with a calf injury, which will be a significant blow to their attacking prowess. Goalkeeper Mattia Perin is nursing a groin strain, and Juan Cabal is missing due to a muscle injury.
AC Milan vs Juventus Predicted Lineups
AC Milan (3-5-2): Maignan; De Winter, Tomori, Pavlovic; Bartesaghi, Fofana, Rabiot, Modric, Saelemaekers; Pulisic, Leão
Juventus (4-1-4-1): De Gregorio; Cambiaso, Bremer, Kelly, Kalulu; Locatelli; Yildiz, Thuram, Koopmeiners, Conceição; David
AC Milan vs Juventus Match Prediction
This fixture features two well-organised, tactically disciplined teams who are comfortable controlling possession and probing for openings with intelligent passing. AC Milan, despite mixed recent form, still carry a threat on the counter and in wide areas, where individual quality can make a difference. They may also try their luck from distance, especially against a Juventus side that has shown occasional vulnerability in those situations.
Juventus arrive in better overall form and look more complete, combining efficient finishing with strong game management when in control. Their defensive record has been outstanding, with five clean sheets in their last six Serie A matches, including solid performances against Milan. Both sides are not dominant in aerial duels, which could add an interesting physical edge to the contest.
Given Juventus’ momentum and Milan’s ability to create moments of danger, this has all the makings of a closely fought encounter. Recent head-to-head meetings have often been tight and low scoring, and with Juventus unbeaten in their current run, a draw feels like a realistic outcome.
Prediction: AC Milan 1-1 Juventus
AC Milan vs Juventus Bet Builder Tip
Our Bet Builder Tip for the match between AC Milan and Juventus includes:
- A. Rabiot Over 1.5 - Shots
Hit in 5 of last 7
- F. Conceicao Over 1.5 - Shots
Hit in 6 of last 7
- J. Boga Over 1.5 - Fouls Won
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- R. Leao Over 1.5 - Fouls Won
Hit in 4 of last 5 vs Juventus
Best odds of 11/1 available at bet365 while publishing.
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