From the 2005 “Miracle of Istanbul” to Milan’s 2007 revenge in Athens, these two clubs have been woven into the fabric of Champions League history. Milan welcome Liverpool to the legendary San Siro for Tuesday night’s Champions League opener. With both clubs under new management, the stakes couldn’t be higher as these two continental powerhouses look to kick off their latest adventure with a bang.
Match Preview:📝📝
Liverpool come into this game having won four of their last five away games against Italian clubs, and while their European trips have often ended in glory, there’s a bitter memory lingering from last season.
A humbling exit at the hands of Atalanta in the Europa League quarters is still fresh on the minds of Reds fans, and they'll be hoping to set things right this time around.
Milan, on the other hand, have had a rocky start under Paulo Fonseca. Two points from their first three games had critics sharpening their knives, with whispers of an early dismissal. But a much-needed 4-0 thumping of Venezia right before the international break might have been just the reset they needed.
Milan fans will be eager to see if their side can carry that form into Tuesday’s huge showdown.
Team News: 📃📃
For Liverpool, all eyes were on whether summer signing Federico Chiesa would make the trip back to his homeland. One player who definitely won’t be there is Harvey Elliott sidelined with a fractured foot.
Milan’s injury list isn’t much prettier. Midfield dynamo Ismael Bennacer, veteran Alessandro Florenzi, and backup goalkeeper Marco Sportiello are all out.
Predicted Lineups: 👥👥
👹AC Milan (4-3-3): Maignan; Emerson, Gabbia, Pavlovic, Hernandez; Reijnders, Fofana, Loftus-Cheek; Pulisic, Abraham, Leao.
🦅Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Endo, Gravenberch; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Nunez.
Key Insights: 📈📈
📈Milan’s recent Champions League games have been goal fests, with over 2.5 goals in four of their latest outings.
📈Similarly, Liverpool’s last three encounters with Milan have also seen the net bulge more than twice, so expect goals in this one.
Prediction: 💰💰
With both teams boasting attacking firepower and a bit of defensive frailty, this one has all the ingredients for a classic. Liverpool have the experience and momentum, while Milan will be hoping to channel the San Siro magic and feed off their passionate home crowd.
If Milan’s display against Venezia is anything to go by, they’ll certainly give Liverpool a run for their money. But the Reds’ record on Italian soil suggests they’ll find a way to edge this one in what could be a nail-biter.
👉Bet 1: Over 2.5 goals | Code: B3VG79R
👉Bet 2: Liverpool win | Code: B3VGHN7
✍️Predicted Final score: AC Milan 1-2 Liverpool.
Buckle up, this one promises to be a rollercoaster from start to finish!🔥
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