Salernitana - AC Milan

Regular Season - 17
Kickoff: 2023-12-22 18:45

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Salernitana - AC Milan Predictions

Prediction: Draw or AC Milan
Best odds: 1.15
Prediction: Over 1.5

As the anticipation builds for the upcoming Serie A clash between the struggling Salernitana and the formidable AC Milan, predictions are tilting in favor of the visitors. With the match slated for a Friday evening at Stadio Arechi in Salerno, fans and pundits alike are eager to see if Salernitana can defy the odds or if AC Milan will solidify their position in the league standings.

Key Players

For Salernitana, the spotlight falls on Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi, an attacker whose performance could be pivotal in this encounter. With a modest rating of 6.65, Ikwuemesi's contribution in front of goal has been limited, but his potential to create chances can't be overlooked. Alongside him, Boulaye Dia, with a higher rating of 6.73, has been more prolific, netting 4 goals and proving to be a more significant threat with his higher shots on target rate. The midfield engine, Grigoris Kastanos, with a 6.88 rating, also carries the hopes of the home side, contributing both in terms of goals and creative playmaking.

AC Milan's prospects rest on the shoulders of their attacking talent. Although details are sparse, Lorenzo Colombo has already found the back of the net thrice this season. The Swiss attacker Noah Arinzechukwu Okafor carries a rating of 6.58, and while his goal tally isn't overwhelming, his presence on the pitch can't be underestimated. In defense, the player simply known as "NA" has a solid rating of 6.86 and has proven to be a reliable part of AC Milan's backline, contributing not just defensively but also offensively with a goal to his name.

Recent Form

Salernitana's form has been less than inspiring, with their last five games resulting in two losses, a win, and two draws. This erratic performance has left them languishing at the bottom of the league table, with a concerning goal difference of -19. AC Milan, on the other hand, has had a more positive run, with two wins, two draws, and a single loss, keeping them in the hunt for Champions League qualification.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record provides a glimmer of hope for the underdogs, as the last encounter between these two sides ended in a 1-1 draw on March 13, 2023. However, AC Milan edged out Salernitana in their January 4, 2023, meeting with a narrow 2-1 victory. The historical data suggests that while AC Milan has the upper hand, Salernitana has shown they can hold their own against the Milanese giants.

Prediction

The prediction for this match points towards an AC Milan victory or a draw, with a strong recommendation for a double chance bet favoring the away side. The odds are stacked against Salernitana, with a zero percent home win prediction compared to a 50 percent chance for either a draw or an AC Milan win. The total percent confidence leans heavily towards AC Milan at 67.3% against Salernitana's 32.7%.

In terms of goals, the experts suggest a low-scoring affair for Salernitana, predicting under 2.5 goals for the home team. Conversely, AC Milan is expected to fare slightly better, with a prediction of under 3.5 goals. The form, attacking strength, and defensive capabilities all favor AC Milan, with the visitors holding a 64 percent advantage in form and a 62 to 38 percent lead in attacking strength over Salernitana.

Considering these factors, the final prediction is a win or a draw for AC Milan. Salernitana will need to harness the full potential of their key players, like Ikwuemesi and Dia, to disrupt the odds. Meanwhile, AC Milan will rely on the likes of Okafor and their unnamed defensive stalwart to secure a result that reflects their higher league standing and pushes them closer to their Champions League ambitions. The stage is set for what could be a tactical battle or a display of AC Milan's superiority in Serie A.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

29%
71%

Attacking Potential

35%
65%

Defensive Potential

33%
67%

Poisson Distribution

24%
76%

Stregth H2H

20%
80%

Goals H2H

36%
64%

Wins the game

30%
71%

Salernitana - 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