AC Milan will aim to keep their perfect, unbeaten run alive in Serie A this campaign as they host Lecce at the San Siro on Sunday, in what is their last outing before the international break arrives.
The Rossoneri come into this clash hoping to bounce back after a disappointing midweek Europa League defeat to Benfica, which ended 0-2 and interrupted their recent surge in domestic competition. Prior to that European stumble, Rúben Amorim’s team had assembled a three-game unbeaten sequence in Serie A, blending a sturdy defensive unit with quick and effective attacking moves. Milan have been especially strong on home soil at the San Siro, where they intend to restore their commanding presence and remain in contention near the summit of the standings.
AC Milan team news
AC Milan arrive at this fixture with a fully fit squad, confirming no fresh injuries or suspensions after their midweek European assignment.
Manager Rúben Amorim is likely to field his strongest possible XI at the San Siro, having rested several key players during the Europa League encounter.
Experienced midfielders Luka Modrić and Adrien Rabiot are both projected to return to the starting lineup, where they will control the rhythm of play from the centre of the park.
The most talked-about adjustment is expected in the attacking midfield area, with US international Christian Pulisic strongly favoured to make his first start of the season.
Pulisic holds a remarkable personal record versus Lecce, having scored five goals across his previous five meetings with them. He is set to play just behind solitary forward Gonçalo Ramos, while Diego Moreira is the leading candidate to start at left wing-back within Amorim’s system.
AC Milan predicted lineup
Possible AC Milan starting XI: Maignan; Gila, De Winter, Pavlović; Chukwueze, Modrić, Rabiot, Moreira; Pulisic, Cissé; Ramos.
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 7:45pm BST on Sunday, 20th September.
How to watch AC Milan vs Lecce?
Supporters in the UK can tune in to the match on TNT Sports 1.
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