AC Milan
AC Milan enters the 2024-25 Serie A season with a fresh outlook, both on and off the pitch.
Under new manager Paulo Fonseca, who replaced Stefano Pioli, the Rossoneri are looking to challenge for the title after seeing Inter run away with it last year.
The team has made significant moves in the transfer market, including the acquisitions of Alvaro Morata, Strahinja Pavlovic, and Emerson Royal, which could bolster their campaign.
AC Milan Injury News
Milan faces some injury concerns ahead of their opening match. New signing Strahinja Pavlovic is doubtful for this game, while experienced defender Alessandro Florenzi is sidelined until around spring at the earliest. Goalkeeper Marco Sportiello is also unavailable due to injury, adding to Milan's woes.
Torino
Torino is also undergoing a transition, with Paolo Vanoli taking over as head coach after Ivan Juric's departure.
Vanoli, who led Venezia to promotion last season, brings a more attacking style to the team, but despite a promising approach, Torino's recent form has been inconsistent, with only 36 goals scored and conceded in their last Serie A campaign.
Torino Injury News
Torino are also dealing with several injuries, with defender Perr Schuurs and forward Pietro Pellegri being out, whilst Nikola Vlasic remains unavailable after missing UEFA EURO 2024. However, new signing Che Adams might make his debut in this match and Torino will need him to hit the ground running to find the back of the net and remain consistent.
Player To Watch
AC Milan Player To Watch
Christian Pulisic is expected to be a key player for Milan this season and Milan will be looking to him to try and break down a Torino defence that will try to remain disciplined and tight away from home.
Torino Player To Watch
Duvan Zapata, Torino’s experienced striker, will be the focal point of their attack. His ability to hold up the ball and finish chances will be crucial if Torino hopes to upset Milan to start their season on a high.
Prediction
AC Milan are likely to dominate possession and create more chances, but Torino’s new attacking approach under Vanoli could make it a closely contested match.
My prediction leans towards a Milan victory, but I'm not expecting a ton of goals to be scored here.
