AC Milan vs Lazio: Preview, Prediction, Lineups

AC Milan vs Lazio — Match Preview

The San Siro lights up this Saturday night for a classic Serie A showdown as AC Milan host Lazio. The Rossoneri, currently sitting 2nd in the table and fresh off a massive Derby della Madonnina victory over Inter, are in formidable form under Massimiliano Allegri. They are hunting down league leaders Roma and will view this home fixture as a non-negotiable three points.

On the other side, Maurizio Sarri’s Lazio arrive in Milan looking to break into the European spots. Sitting 8th, the Biancocelesti regained some confidence with a 2-0 win over Lecce last weekend, but their away form against the top sides has been a concern. With Luka Modrić pulling the strings for Milan and Mattia Zaccagni leading the charge for Lazio, this clash promises a fascinating tactical battle between two of Italy’s most experienced managers.

AC Milan vs Lazio — Quick Match Info

Fixture: AC Milan vs Lazio
Competition: Serie A (Matchday 13)
Venue: Stadio Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro), Milan (Capacity: 80,018)
Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025
Kickoff Time: 20:45 CET / 19:45 GMT / 01:15 IST (Sunday)
Referee: Giuseppe Collu
TV Channel (UK): TNT Sports 1
TV Channel (USA): Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo
TV Channel (India): GXR, Galaxy Racer
Live Stream: Paramount+ (USA), GXR (India)

AC Milan vs Lazio — Match Context (2025/26 Season)

AC Milan:

Position: 2nd in Serie A (25 Points).
Form: Flying. Unbeaten in their last five league games, including a statement 1-0 win vs Inter and a solid 2-1 away victory at Parma.
Current Challenge: Maintaining intensity. After the emotional high of the derby win, Allegri must ensure his side doesn’t drop their levels against a dangerous Lazio team.
The Vibe: The arrival of veteran Luka Modrić has instilled a new sense of calm and control in midfield, perfectly complementing the explosive pace of Rafael Leão.

Lazio:

Position: 8th in Serie A (18 Points).
Form: Mixed. A comfortable 2-0 win vs Lecce snapped a wobbly run that included a 2-0 loss to Inter and a 1-0 defeat to Juventus.
Current Challenge: Finding consistency on the road. Sarri’s “Sarriball” has looked fluid at the Olimpico but often disjointed away from home.

AC Milan vs Lazio — What’s at Stake

For AC Milan:

Title Pursuit: With Roma leading the pack, Milan cannot afford to slip up. A win keeps the pressure firmly on the Giallorossi.

For Lazio:

European Ambitions: A win at San Siro would be a massive statement and could vault them right back into the top-6 conversation.

AC Milan vs Lazio — Team Form

AC Milan (Last 5 Matches):

W vs Inter (1-0)
W vs Parma (2-1)
W vs AS Roma (1-0)
D vs Atalanta (1-1)
W vs Pisa (1-0)

Lazio (Last 5 Matches):

W vs Lecce (2-0)
L vs Inter (0-2)
W vs Cagliari (2-0)
D vs Pisa (0-0)
L vs Juventus (0-1)

AC Milan vs Lazio — Team News

AC Milan:

Santiago Gimenez: Out (Ankle Injury – The Mexican striker is still recovering).
Zachary Athekame: Out (Muscle Injury).
Christian Pulisic: Questionable (Hamstring – Allegri hinted he might be rested after his derby heroics).
Key Return: Fikayo Tomori and Adrien Rabiot are fully fit and expected to start.
Tactical Shift: Allegri has been using a 3-5-2 recently to great effect, with Theo Hernandez (or Bartesaghi) and Saelemaekers as wing-backs.

Lazio:

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru: Out (Hamstring Injury).
Matteo Cancellieri: Out (Muscle Injury).
Samuel Gigot: Out (Ankle Injury – A blow to defensive depth).
Mario Gila: Expected to start despite a minor knock last week.
Boulaye Dia: Likely to lead the line again after an impressive showing vs Lecce.

AC Milan vs Lazio — Head to Head

02 Mar 2025: Lazio 0–1 AC Milan
31 Aug 2024: Lazio 2–2 AC Milan
01 Mar 2024: Lazio 0–1 AC Milan
30 Sep 2023: AC Milan 2–0 Lazio
06 May 2023: AC Milan 2–0 Lazio

AC Milan vs Lazio — Predicted Lineups

AC Milan (3-5-2):

Allegri sticks to the system that silenced Inter.

GK: Mike Maignan
CB: Fikayo Tomori
CB: Matteo Gabbia
CB: Strahinja Pavlović
RWB: Alexis Saelemaekers
CM: Youssouf Fofana
CM: Luka Modrić
CM: Adrien Rabiot
LWB: Davide Bartesaghi
ST: Christian Pulisic (or Noah Okafor if injured)
ST: Rafael Leão (C)

Lazio (4-3-3):

Sarri relies on his trusted midfield trio to control the tempo.

GK: Ivan Provedel
RB: Adam Marušić
CB: Mario Gila
CB: Alessio Romagnoli
LB: Luca Pellegrini
CM: Mattéo Guendouzi
CM: Nicolò Rovella
CM: Matías Vecino
RW: Gustav Isaksen
ST: Boulaye Dia
LW: Mattia Zaccagni (C)

AC Milan vs Lazio — Impact Bench Options

AC Milan:

Samuel Chukwueze: If Pulisic can’t start or needs rest, Chukwueze’s pace against Pellegrini could be the game-breaker.
Tammy Abraham: Offers a physical focal point if Milan need to go long late in the game.

Lazio:

Taty Castellanos: The Argentine striker is a menace in the box and offers a different profile to Dia if Lazio are chasing a goal.
Pedro: The veteran winger still has the magic to unlock tight defenses in the final 15 minutes.

AC Milan vs Lazio — Tactical Outlook

AC Milan:

Playing Style: Allegri-Ball 2.0. It’s pragmatic but deadly. With Modrić orchestrating from deep and Leão free to roam upfront, Milan absorb pressure and strike with surgical precision on the counter.
Strength: Defensive Solidity. They have conceded just 1 goal in their last 3 games against top opposition (Inter, Roma, Atalanta).

Lazio:

Playing Style: Sarriball. High defensive line, quick vertical passing triangles. They will try to overload Milan’s midfield, but the absence of Dele-Bashiru reduces their dynamism.
Weakness: Transition Defense. Lazio struggle when they lose the ball high up the pitch. Leão and Saelemaekers will look to exploit the space behind their full-backs.

AC Milan vs Lazio — Key Battles

Matchup	Battle Type	Edge
Rafael Leão vs. Adam Marušić	Speed Mismatch: Leão is in terrifying form. Marušić will need Guendouzi’s help constantly, or it will be a long night.	AC Milan
Luka Modrić vs. Mattéo Guendouzi	Master vs. Apprentice: Modrić’s vision against Guendouzi’s energy. If Modrić is given time, he will pick Lazio apart.	AC Milan
Boulaye Dia vs. Strahinja Pavlović	Physical Duel: Dia is fast and strong, but Pavlović is a wall. This battle will decide if Lazio can sustain attacks.	Tie

AC Milan vs Lazio — Spotlight Players

Luka Modrić (AC Milan):

The Croatian legend has silenced doubters about his age. His ability to control the tempo in big games is exactly what Milan missed in previous seasons. Watch for his outside-of-the-boot passes releasing Leão.

Mattia Zaccagni (Lazio):

Lazio’s captain and creative spark. With Milan playing a back three, Zaccagni will look to drift inside into the pockets of space between the wing-back and center-back.

AC Milan vs Lazio — Fan Reactions

AC Milan Fans:

“Modrić and Leão on the same pitch is art. We beat Inter, now let’s smash Lazio!”

“Pulisic might be out? No problem, Chukwueze is ready to cook.”

Lazio Fans:

“San Siro is always tough, but if we play like we did against Lecce, we have a chance.”

“Our defense worries me against Leão. Marušić needs to have the game of his life.”

AC Milan vs Lazio — Match-Defining Factors

The First Goal: Milan are experts at managing leads under Allegri. If they score first, they will lock the game down. Lazio need to strike early to force Milan out of their shell.
Set Pieces: Milan’s defenders (Tomori, Gabbia, Pavlović) are dominant in the air. Lazio have struggled defending corners recently.
Fatigue: Milan played a high-intensity derby just days ago. Will their legs hold up for 90 minutes?

AC Milan vs Lazio — Prediction

Score Prediction: AC Milan 2–0 Lazio

Betting Insights:

Outcome: AC Milan to Win.
Clean Sheet: AC Milan YES (Lazio struggle to score away vs top teams).
Under/Over: Under 2.5 Goals (Allegri will likely shut up shop once ahead).

Analysis: Milan are riding a wave of momentum and have turned San Siro into a fortress. Lazio are a capable side, but their inconsistency and injury issues (Dele-Bashiru, Gigot) make this a steep mountain to climb. Expect a controlled, professional performance from the Rossoneri.

AC Milan vs Lazio — Final Word

AC Milan look like a team on a mission to reclaim the Scudetto. With the perfect blend of youth and experience, they should have too much quality for a Lazio side that is still searching for its identity on the road. Expect San Siro to be rocking as the Rossoneri aim to close the gap on the league leaders.

AC Milan vs Lazio — FAQs

When is the AC Milan vs Lazio match?

The match kicks off on Saturday, 29 November 2025, at 20:45 CET (Sunday 01:15 IST).

Is Santiago Gimenez playing?

No, Santiago Gimenez is out with an ankle injury.

Who is the AC Milan manager?

Massimiliano Allegri is the current head coach of AC Milan.

Where can I watch the match in India?

You can watch the match live on GXR (Galaxy Racer).

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