AC Milan will host Salernitana at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in their final Serie A match of the season, marking the end of Stefano Pioli's tenure as head coach. With the Rossoneri confirmed as Serie A runners-up, they aim to finish on a high note against a relegated Salernitana side.
Despite a recent slump in form, Milan's quality and determination to bid farewell to Pioli with a victory should see them through, while Salernitana seeks a final flourish in an otherwise challenging season.
AC Milan's Form and Season Overview
AC Milan, already confirmed as Serie A runners-up, are set to close the season with a home game against Salernitana.
The match will also mark the end of Stefano Pioli’s tenure as head coach. Despite a recent dip in form, which saw Milan win only one of their last six matches, Pioli leaves a significant legacy, having secured a Scudetto in 2022 and a Champions League semi-final appearance last year.
Milan's form in recent games has been patchy, with a record of DLDDWL in Serie A.
Salernitana's Struggles
Salernitana, on the other hand, will be bidding farewell to Serie A after a chaotic season that saw them suffer 25 losses.
With only one away win this season and a record of LLLLDL in their last six matches, the team’s relegation was all but sealed with a recent 2-1 home defeat to Hellas Verona.
They have historically struggled at San Siro, failing to win in nine previous attempts against Milan or Inter.
Team News
AC Milan
Milan will be without first-choice goalkeeper Mike Maignan, who is sidelined with a dislocated finger, leaving Marco Sportiello to continue in goal.
Samu Chukwueze is also out, but Mattia Gabbia returns to the defence after serving a suspension.
Both Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Simon Kjaer are expected to be available on the bench.
Olivier Giroud will play his final game for Milan, having set a club record for most Serie A goals scored after turning 34.
Salernitana
Salernitana faces similar issues with key players missing.
Their main goalkeeper, Guillermo Ochoa, and defenders Jerome Boateng and Norbert Gyomber are injured.
Toma Basic is suspended, which opens a spot for Giulio Maggiore in the midfield.
Maggiore has been one of the few bright spots, contributing directly to several goals since March.
Predicted Lineups
AC Milan: Sportiello, Calabria, Tomori, Gabbia, Hernandez, Adli, Bennacer, Reijnders, Pulisic, Giroud, Leao
Salernitana: Fiorillo, Pierozzi, Fazio, Pirola, Sambia, Coulibaly, Maggiore, Zanoli, Candreva, Tchaouna, Ikwuemesi
Prediction
Given Salernitana’s dismal away record and Milan’s desire to send off Pioli with a win, AC Milan are heavily favoured.
Despite their recent form, the Rossoneri are expected to rise to the occasion.
Our Prediction: AC Milan 2-0 Salernitana
FAQ
When is the AC Milan vs Salernitana match? The match between AC Milan and Salernitana is scheduled for Saturday, May 25, 2024, at 7:45 PM UK time.
Where will the match be played? The match will be played at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, also known as San Siro, in Milan, Italy.
What is the significance of this match for AC Milan? This match marks the final game of the season for AC Milan and also the end of Stefano Pioli’s tenure as head coach. Milan aims to finish the season with a win to honour Pioli’s contributions.
What is the current form of AC Milan? AC Milan has had a mixed run of form recently, with a Serie A record of DLDDWL in their last six matches. They have already secured the runner-up position in the league.
How has Salernitana performed this season? Salernitana has struggled throughout the season, culminating in their relegation. They have lost 25 games and have a recent form of LLLLDL in Serie A.
What are the key team news updates for AC Milan? AC Milan will be without first-choice goalkeeper Mike Maignan due to a dislocated finger, and Samu Chukwueze is also ruled out. Mattia Gabbia returns from suspension, and both Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Simon Kjaer are expected to be on the bench.
What are the key team news updates for Salernitana? Salernitana will be missing goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, and defenders Jerome Boateng and Norbert Gyomber due to injuries. Toma Basic is suspended, with Giulio Maggiore expected to step into the midfield.
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