AC Milan vs. Slavia Prague Europa League Match Analysis
In the upcoming Europa League Round of 16 clash, Milan will face Slavia from Prague at San Siro.
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Milan, currently in third place in Serie A with 56 points, is close to securing a top-4 finish, their main goal for the season.
Stefano Pioli’s team is 9 points ahead of the fifth-placed team.
In the last round, Milan won a tough match against Lazio with three players sent off, securing a 1-0 victory.
They also advanced past Rennes in the Champions League Round of 16 (3-0 at home and 2-3 away).
Slavia, sitting second in the Czech league, is 4 points behind leaders Sparta.
Despite a chance to close the gap over the weekend, they settled for a 0-0 draw against Sparta.
In the Europa League, Slavia topped their group, beating Roma, Sheriff, and Servette.
Prediction: AC Milan 2-1 Slavia Prague
While Slavia has the ability to capitalize on Milan’s mistakes, the hosts have a deeper squad and scoring options.
They are likely to leverage home advantage for a one-goal lead going into the Prague leg.
- Prediction: Milan Double chance
- Betting Tip: Over 1.5 Goals
Possible Lineups
AC Milan: (4-2-3-1)
Maignan;
Florenzi, Thiaw, Gabbia, Hernandez;
Reijnders, Bennacer;
Pulisic, Loftus-Cheek, Leao;
Giroud
Slavia Prague: (5-4-1)
Stanek;
Doudera, Holes, Zima, Vlcek, Boril;
Jurecka, Masopust, Dorley, Schranz;
Chytil