The pressure on Paulo Fonseca has eased slightly over the last seven days after return to action with back-to-back wins.
AC Milan turn their attentions back to matters in Serie A on Saturday following an impressive 3-1 win over Club Brugge on Tuesday. Christian Pulisic was influential in that Champions League victory, netting directly from a corner.
It’s likely to be a tough assignment against Bologna. Last season’s surprise package are yet to reach the same heights this term, and have won just once in eight outings. However, they have also been tough to beat after playing out six draws.
Odds
An away win is deemed the most likely outcome this weekend, with Milan priced up at +116. Bologna could be an interesting play with home-field advantage at +246.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Bologna | +246 |
| Draw | +253 |
| AC Milan | +116 |
Milan Unbeaten in Last 17 Serie A Matches Against Bologna
| Total | Bologna | AC Milan | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 34 | 3 | 23 | 8 |
| Serie A Games | 34 | 3 | 23 | 3 |
| Goals | 88 | 26 | 62 |
The head-to-head record shows a clear historical dominance in this fixture for the visitors. Milan have avoided defeat in their last 17 league encounters against Bologna since a 1-0 home loss in early 2016.
It is Milan’s longest active unbeaten sequence against a side in the top-flight. However, Bologna avoided defeat following a 2-2 draw in the most recent encounter. But, the hosts haven’t gone two without a loss against Milan since 2012.
🚨⚽ TIP: Over 2.75 Goals @ +102
Bologna vs. AC Milan Key Stats
- Bologna have failed to win their last 18 home matches in Serie A against Milan since a 2-0 success in March 2002.
- Bologna have played out six draws in their opening eight league matches for the second time in their history. They have never played out seven draws in their opening nine.
- Milan have recorded a single win in four away matches in Serie A matches this term, marking their worst return on the road since 2018-19.
Bologna Team News
Oussama El Azzouzi could be fit enough to return from a knee injury for the visit of Milan this weekend. However, Martin Erlic and Michel Aebischer are out. Lewis Ferguson isn’t expected back for Bologna until the end of December.
Possible Lineup
Lukasz Skorupski (GK); Stefan Posch, Sam Beukema, Jhon Lucumi, Charalampos Lykogiannis, Giovanni Fabbian, Remo Freuler, Nikola Moro, Riccardo Orsolini, Santiago Castro, Samuel Iling-Junior
AC Milan Team News
Theo Hernandez and Tijani Reijnders will both be missing this weekend due to suspension. Tammy Abraham is also absent due to a shoulder injury. Midfield duo Alessandro Florenzi and Ismael Bennacer are out with ACL and ankle injuries, respectively.
Possible Lineup
Mike Maignan (GK); Alex Jimenez, Fikayo Tomori, Malick Thiaw, Filippo Terracciano, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Yunus Musah, Youssouf Fofana, Christian Pulisic, Alvaro Morata, Rafael Leao
Bologna vs. AC Milan Prediction
Milan and Bologna both come into this round following hard efforts in the Champions League in midweek.
Therefore, a tactical game is expected in Serie A. Based on the trends of draws in recent matches, and Bologna’s lack of wins, it could be worth siding with the points being shared on Saturday.
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