AC Milan vs Lazio match preview, prediction, team news and head-to-head

Both teams sit firmly within the top six of the league and a victory here is vital to secure their ambitions for European qualification.

The Rossoneri approach this fixture with huge confidence, following a significant 1-0 victory over their city rivals, Inter, last weekend.

This result has extended their unbeaten run to five games, two wins and three draws and solidified their credentials as title contenders.

Meanwhile, the Biancocelesti have also established a period of good form, recovering from a defeat to Inter earlier in the month with a decisive 2-0 home win against Lecce.

Lazio currently occupies ninth position, having registered three victories, two draws and one loss in their last five matches.

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The recent history between these two big Italian clubs indicates that their matches have been very competitive.

However, AC Milan has secured a greater number of victories, with three wins in their last five encounters, compared to Lazio's single victory and one draw.

Significantly, Lazio won in the most recent fixture at the San Siro, winning 2-1 in March 2025, a result AC Milan will undoubtedly be determined to avenge in this match.

AC Milan do not have any new injuries to their team except for the player who has been out injured for a while.

Santiago Gimenez is sidelined with an ankle injury, with a return expected in early December, while Zachary Athekame is also out as he recovers from a muscle issue, targeting a similar date.

Ahead of this clash, Lazio face a number of fitness concerns that could impact squad selection. Samuel Gigot is doubtful with a muscle injury, while Nicolo Rovella is also uncertain to feature due to a groin problem.

Matteo Cancellieri and Valentin Castellanos are both sidelined with muscle injuries and are expected to return in early December. Danilo Cataldi remains unavailable as he continues to recover from a calf injury, with his return also set for December.

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AC Milan (4-2-3-1): Maignan; Saelemaekers, Tomori, Gabbia, Pavlović; Fofana, Rabiot; Pulisic, Modrić, Bartesaghi; Leão

Lazio (4-2-3-1): Provedel; Marušić, Patric, Romagnoli, Pellegrini; Vecino, Guendouzi; Bašić, Isaksen, Zaccagni; Dia

Given the form of both teams, we expect a very difficult encounter, but we believe AC Milan will nick a win and maintain their run.

The Rossoneri’s superior form at home should be enough to overcome the visitors, as they have not lost on their ground this season. Based on how solid they are at home this season, we predict a narrow victory