Atalanta vs Milan: Match preview, possible lineups, time and where to watch the game

Atalanta vs Milan: Match preview, possible lineups, time and where to watch the game

Hassan Abdulsalam 15:17 - 08.12.2023

The game will take place at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo, Italy, and is scheduled to start at 6:00 pm WAT.

The upcoming Serie A match between Atalanta and Milan, set for December 9, 2023, promises to be an exciting clash. 

The game will take place at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo, Italy, and is scheduled to start at 6:00 pm WAT.

Recent Forms and Team News

Atalanta needs help with consistency this season, placing eighth in the league. They suffered a 3-0 defeat against Torino in their last match, highlighting a dip in form. Atalanta has critical players like Berat Djimsiti and Gianluca Scamacca sidelined due to injuries.

On the other hand, Milan is performing better and placed third in the standings. They secured a 3-1 win over Frosinone in their last game, indicating a return to form after a period of inconsistency. Due to injuries, Milan will miss several players, including Malick Thiaw, Noah Okafor, and Simon Kjaer. Rafael Leao is also doubtful for the match.

Predicted Lineups

Atalanta's Predicted XI (3-4-2-1): Musso; Scalvini, de Roon, Holm; Hateboer, Ederson, Koopmeiners, Ruggeri; Miranchuk, Lookman; De Ketelaere.

Milan's Predicted XI (4-3-3): Maignan; Calabria, Tomori, Hernandez, Florenzi; Loftus-Cheek, Reijnders, Musah; Chukwueze, Jovic, Pulisic.

Head-to-Head and Key Players

Milan has a favourable recent record against Atalanta, winning 18 of their last 42 encounters. They are unbeaten in their previous five Serie A matches against Atalanta. Key players include Christian Pulisic for Milan, who has been in impressive form, and Olivier Giroud, who is back after suspension.

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Match Analysis and Prediction

Milan's recent form and head-to-head record give them an edge in this matchup. Their attacking prowess, led by players like Pulisic and Giroud, might prove too vital for Atalanta's defence. However, Atalanta has shown resilience, and playing at home could provide them a much-needed boost.

Betting tips suggest a win for Milan with a prediction of over 2.5 goals. The betting odds favour Milan slightly, but a draw is also a strong possibility, given the competitive nature of the match.

Time and Where to watch

The match time is 5:00 pm WAT, and for Nigerian viewers, it's best to check local sports channels, like SuperSports, for live coverage closer to the match.

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