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AC Milan vs Parma: Prediction, Team News & Lineups | Jan 26, 2025

AC Milan vs Parma: Prediction, Team News & Lineups | Jan 26, 2025

AC Milan will host Parma at San Siro on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 11:30 GMT in a Serie A clash that could have significant implications for both teams. Milan, sitting eighth in the table, are aiming to revive their domestic campaign, while Parma, in 16th, are desperate to climb out of the relegation zone.

Interesting Fact:
AC Milan have won 15 of their last 20 home Serie A matches against Parma, losing just once during that run.


Team Analysis

AC Milan

AC Milan’s season has been a tale of two halves, with the Rossoneri thriving in Europe but struggling domestically. Sergio Conceição’s side secured their fifth straight Champions League win with a 1-0 victory over Girona in midweek, but they remain eighth in Serie A after a 2-0 defeat to Juventus last weekend.

Current Form:

  • Last 5 matches: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss.
  • Last match: 2-0 loss to Juventus in Serie A.

Key Players:

  • Rafael Leão: The forward has been in fine form, contributing goals and assists in crucial moments.
  • Christian Pulisic: The winger has been a key figure, scoring five goals this season.

Injuries/Suspensions:

  • Emerson Royal (out, injury).
  • Malick Thiaw (out, injury).
  • Ruben Loftus-Cheek (out, injury).

Home Form:
Milan have been inconsistent at home, winning just four of their 10 Serie A matches at San Siro this season.


Parma

Parma’s return to Serie A has been a challenging one, with the Gialloblu sitting 16th in the table and just one point above the relegation zone. Fabio Pecchia’s side secured a 1-1 draw with Venezia last weekend, extending their unbeaten run to two matches.

Current Form:

  • Last 5 matches: 1 win, 2 draws, 2 losses.
  • Last match: 1-1 draw with Venezia in Serie A.

Key Players:

  • Dennis Man: The forward has been a key figure, contributing seven goals and six assists this season.
  • Hernani: The midfielder has been a creative force, contributing goals and assists.

Injuries/Suspensions:

  • Botond Balogh (out, injury).
  • Yordan Osorio (out, injury).
  • Adrian Bernabe (out, injury).

Away Form:
Parma have been poor on the road, winning just one of their 10 away league matches this season.


Head-to-Head and Past Encounters

The last meeting between these two sides in August 2024 saw Parma secure a shock 2-1 victory at Stadio Tardini. However, Milan have won 15 of their last 20 home Serie A matches against Parma, losing just once during that run.

Key Stats:

  • Milan have scored in each of their last 10 home Serie A matches against Parma.
  • Parma have failed to score in three of their last five away league matches.

Prediction

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: AC Milan 2-1 Parma

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Milan’s attacking quality and home advantage make them favorites for this clash. However, Parma’s desperation for points and recent form could see them cause problems for the hosts. Expect a closely contested match, with Milan ultimately securing the win.


Betting Tips

  • Both Teams to Score: Yes
    Both teams have shown attacking intent in recent matches.
  • Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over
    This fixture has a history of producing goals.
  • Anytime Goalscorer: Rafael Leão
    The in-form forward is likely to find the net.

Hot Stat:

AC Milan have scored in each of their last 10 home Serie A matches against Parma, highlighting their attacking consistency.


Possible Lineups

AC Milan (4-2-3-1):
Maignan; Calabria, Gabbia, Tomori, Hernández; Bennacer, Fofana; Pulisic, Reijnders, Leão; Morata.

Parma (4-3-3):
Suzuki; Del Prato, Valenti, Vogliacco, Valeri; Keita, Sohm, Hernani; Man, Bonny, Mihaila.

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