Monza - AC Milan

Regular Season - 25
Kickoff: 2024-02-18 18:45

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Monza - AC Milan Predictions

Prediction: AC Milan
Best odds: 1.27

In a highly anticipated Serie A clash, the predictions are tilting in favor of visiting side AC Milan as they prepare to face Monza at the U-Power Stadium this Sunday. With the league heating up, every match is critical, and this encounter could have significant implications on the standings, especially with Milan eyeing the Champions League spots and Monza battling for mid-table security.

Key Players

Monza will be looking to their attacking line to make an impact, with Samuele Vignato expected to play a pivotal role. Vignato has shown his ability to be a threat in front of goal, with a rating of 6.63, and his 4 shots on target from 6 attempts indicate a sharp eye for goal. Alongside him, Mirko Marić, with a rating of 6.72, will be essential in breaking down Milan's defense. His 5 shots total and 79 passes show his involvement in the team's offensive play. Not to be overlooked, Dany Mota Carvalho, with a rating of 6.78, will also be a crucial figure, having already taken 18 shots this season.

AC Milan, on the other hand, boasts the talents of Noah Arinzechukwu Okafor, whose 6.65 rating and 3 goals make him a vital cog in their attacking machinery. In defense, Jan-Carlo Šimić stands out with a rating of 6.83, contributing not only to the team's solid backline but also to their offensive set-pieces with a goal to his name. The midfield mastery of Ruben Ira Loftus-Cheek, rated at 6.96, cannot be underestimated either. His 368 passes and 10 shots total reflect his all-around contribution to the team's play.

Recent Form

Monza's recent form has been a mixed bag, with their last five games resulting in a DWLLW pattern. This inconsistency has left them in the 12th spot, with 29 points. AC Milan, in contrast, seems to be hitting their stride at the right moment, with an impressive WDWWW in their last five outings, placing them 3rd with 49 points.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two teams leans heavily in favor of AC Milan. The last three encounters have seen Milan come out on top, with the most recent match on December 17, 2023, ending in a convincing 3-0 victory for the Rossoneri. Prior to that, Milan secured a narrow 1-0 win at Monza's home ground on February 18, 2023, and a more comfortable 4-1 win on October 22, 2022.

Prediction

The predictions suggest that AC Milan is the favorite to come away with at least a point from this fixture. The advice leans towards a "Double chance: draw or AC Milan," with a 50% chance for both outcomes. The statistical analysis gives Milan a 68.2% total advantage over Monza's 31.8%, echoing the sentiment that the visitors are more likely to dominate the match.

Considering the recent form of both teams, the strength of Milan's squad, and their historical dominance over Monza, the prediction is for AC Milan to either win or secure a draw. The attacking prowess of players like Okafor and the midfield stability provided by Loftus-Cheek are expected to be crucial in navigating Monza's defense. Meanwhile, Monza will hope that Vignato and Mota Carvalho can harness their attacking skills to upset the odds.

In conclusion, while Monza will be looking to leverage their home advantage and secure a surprise result, the quality and form of AC Milan suggest they will be the team walking away from the U-Power Stadium with a positive result, maintaining their push for a top spot in Serie A.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

28%
72%

Attacking Potential

14%
86%

Defensive Potential

47%
53%

Poisson Distribution

38%
62%

Stregth H2H

0%
100%

Goals H2H

18%
82%

Wins the game

29%
71%

Monza - AC Milan Head to Head

Serie A standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Inter players, news and schedule Inter 30 25 4 1 73 14 59 79
2 AC Milan players, news and schedule AC Milan 31 21 5 5 60 34 26 68
3 Juventus players, news and schedule Juventus 30 17 8 5 44 24 20 59
4 Bologna players, news and schedule Bologna 31 16 10 5 45 25 20 58
5 AS Roma players, news and schedule AS Roma 31 16 7 8 56 35 21 55
6 Atalanta players, news and schedule Atalanta 29 15 5 9 54 32 22 50
7 Napoli players, news and schedule Napoli 31 13 9 9 48 38 10 48
8 Lazio players, news and schedule Lazio 31 14 4 13 37 34 3 46
9 Torino players, news and schedule Torino 31 11 11 9 31 29 2 44
10 Fiorentina players, news and schedule Fiorentina 29 12 7 10 42 34 8 43
11 Monza players, news and schedule Monza 31 11 9 11 34 41 -7 42
12 Genoa players, news and schedule Genoa 30 8 11 11 32 37 -5 35
13 Lecce players, news and schedule Lecce 31 6 11 14 26 48 -22 29
14 Udinese players, news and schedule Udinese 30 4 16 10 29 45 -16 28
15 Empoli players, news and schedule Empoli 31 7 7 17 25 47 -22 28
16 Verona players, news and schedule Verona 30 6 9 15 27 40 -13 27
17 Cagliari players, news and schedule Cagliari 30 6 9 15 30 51 -21 27
18 Frosinone players, news and schedule Frosinone 31 6 8 17 38 61 -23 26
19 Sassuolo players, news and schedule Sassuolo 31 6 7 18 36 59 -23 25
20 Salernitana players, news and schedule Salernitana 31 2 9 20 25 64 -39 15