AC Milan vs. Verona Prediction, Match Preview and Betting Tips, 15 February 2025 - bettingexpert

AC Milan will host Verona in a crucial Serie A showdown at the iconic San Siro on 15th February 2025, kicking off at 19:45. As Milan currently sits in seventh place and trails fifth-placed Juventus by just five points, this match is vital for their aspirations to qualify for European competitions next season. Verona, on the other hand, is fighting to avoid relegation, currently positioned 15th in the league.

Referee Francesco Fourneau will officiate the match. AC Milan comes into this fixture with favorable bookmaker odds of 1.34 to win, reflecting their strong form and previous dominance over Verona, having won their last eight encounters.

Sérgio Conceição’s Milan side features a formidable ‘four-star attack’ with Santiago Giménez, João Félix, Rafael Leão, and standout performer Christian Pulisic. Despite some key injuries, Milan’s attacking prowess should shine through.

Given that Verona recently suffered a 5-0 thrashing by Atalanta, Milan is expected to exploit their shaky defense.

Match Tips:

• Recommended Bet: AC Milan to win.
• Expect Milan to score over 1.5 goals.
• Both teams are likely to find the net, possibly making it a high-scoring affair.

With the weather conditions unspecified, expect a passionate battle under the San Siro lights as Milan looks to strengthen their position for European qualification against a beleaguered Verona side.

AC Milan vs Verona Prediction & Betting Tip

AC Milan vs Verona Prediction
Betting tip	Odds
AC Milan to win	1.34

• AC Milan’s Recent Form: Milan has won three of their last five matches, showcasing strong form.
• Verona’s Defensive Woes: Verona has conceded an average of 2.3 goals per game this season.
• Head-to-Head Dominance: AC Milan has consistently dominated Verona in their past encounters, winning the last eight matches.

Given Milan’s robust attacking line-up and Verona’s shaky defense, betting on a Milan victory seems a prudent choice.

AC Milan vs Verona Odds

AC Milan vs Verona Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
AC Milan	1.34
Draw	5.15
Verona	8.49

The odds clearly favor AC Milan for this clash, reflecting their superior squad and recent form. Milan’s attack, featuring in-form players like Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leão, is set to challenge Verona’s fragile defense, which recently conceded five goals to Atalanta.

Historically, Milan has dominated Verona, winning their last eight encounters. Despite Verona’s resilience in some away matches this season, the bookmakers have expressed confidence in a Milan victory. Expect Milan to push hard to secure a critical three points in their pursuit of European football.

AC Milan Team Analysis

AC Milan Recent Performance

• Recent Form: AC Milan, positioned 7th in Serie A, have shown commendable recent form. They’ve secured critical wins against Roma and Empoli, managing to net an average of 1.40 goals per game in their last five matches.
  | Home team | Away team | Result |
  |——————–|——————–|—————-|
  | Feyenoord | AC Milan | 1-0 (Loss) |
  | Empoli | AC Milan | 0-2 (Win) |
  | AC Milan | Roma | 3-1 (Win) |
  | AC Milan | Inter | 1-1 (Draw) |
  | Dinamo Zagreb | AC Milan | 2-1 (Loss) |

AC Milan’s defense has been resilient, with one clean sheet in these matches. Their last game, a narrow defeat to Feyenoord, reflects their competitive spirit across different competitions. Such performances suggest they are well-primed to keep their European aspirations alive with a win against Verona.

AC Milan Key Players

AC Milan’s key players are expected to be pivotal in this match against Verona. Tijjani Reijnders, the team’s top scorer with 7 goals this season, will be a critical threat. Christian Pulisic, praised for his standout performances, adds more flair to Milan’s attacking options.

Another player to watch is Santiago Giménez, who joined Milan in January and has quickly made his mark with goals and assists. He will combine with João Félix and Rafael Leão in what is dubbed Milan’s ‘four-star attack.’

Expected line-up for AC Milan:

• Goalkeeper: Mike Maignan
• Defenders: Kyle Walker, Malick Thiaw, Strahinja Pavlović, Theo Hernandez
• Midfielders: Christian Pulisic, Youssouf Fofana, Tijjani Reijnders, Rafael Leão, João Félix
• Attackers: Santiago Giménez

Key individual battles to watch include Giménez against Verona’s defenders, and Pulisic’s creativity being tested by Verona’s midfield.

AC Milan Suspensions & Injuries

AC Milan will be dealing with a few key absences for their upcoming match against Verona. Here’s a look at the suspensions and injuries:

Player	Suspension	Expected return
Fikayo Tomori	Yellow/red card	After match vs Verona

Player	Injury	Expected return
Alessandro Florenzi	Cruciate ligament injury	Early April 2025
Ruben Loftus-Cheek	Hamstring injury	Late February 2025
Emerson Royal	Thigh injury	Late February 2025

These absences could significantly affect Milan’s defensive stability, particularly the suspension of Tomori, a key figure in their backline.
The injury to Florenzi, a versatile full-back, is also a major blow, while the midfield will miss the presence of Loftus-Cheek.
These disruptions make the task more challenging for Milan, but the depth of their squad should help mitigate the impact.

AC Milan Tactics and Formation

AC Milan Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Key Forward: Santiago Giménez
• Supporting Attackers: João Félix, Rafael Leão, Christian Pulisic
• Midfield Pair: Youssouf Fofana, Tijjani Reijnders
• Defensive Line: Kyle Walker, Malick Thiaw, Strahinja Pavlović, Theo Hernandez

AC Milan’s recent form has seen them opt for a 4-2-3-1 formation, providing a solid defensive structure while allowing their star-studded attack to flourish. Giménez, Félix, Leão, and standout performer Pulisic are expected to lead the charge.

With Tomori suspended and key injuries at the back, Thiaw and Pavlović will be pivotal in maintaining defensive discipline. Milan’s strength in the midfield comes from the dynamic pair of Fofana and Reijnders, who will aim to control the tempo and provide balance.

Expect Milan to exploit the wings, leveraging the pace of Leão and the creativity of Félix to dismantle Verona’s defense.

This tactical setup has allowed Milan to remain competitive and in contention for a European spot, as they trail fifth-placed Juventus by five points.

Verona Team Analysis

Verona Recent Performance

Home team	Away team	Result
Verona	Atalanta	0-5 (Loss)
Monza	Verona	0-1 (Win)
Venezia	Verona	1-1 (Draw)
Verona	Lazio	0-3 (Loss)
Napoli	Verona	2-0 (Loss)

Verona’s recent performance has been a mixed bag, with a record of one win, one draw, and three losses in their last five matches. Their lone victory came against Monza, but they suffered heavy defeats against Atalanta and Lazio, reflecting their struggles, particularly in defense. The team has managed just 0.40 goals on average in their last five matches, indicating a notable struggle in the attack. However, they did manage a clean sheet in one of these matches, showcasing some defensive capabilities. With their current form, Verona remains vulnerable but capable of pulling off surprises, as evidenced by their victory against Monza.

Verona Key Players

Expected lineup for Verona:

• Goalkeeper: Lorenzo Montipò
• Defenders: Flavius Daniliuc, Diego Coppola, Pawel Dawidowicz, Jackson Tchatchoua, Domagoj Bradarić
• Midfielders: Cheikh Niasse, Ondrej Duda, Tomáš Suslov
• Attackers: Daniel Mosquera, Amin Sarr

Verona’s squad will rely heavily on the performance of their top scorer, Casper Tengstedt, although he is currently sidelined with an ankle injury. In his absence, Amin Sarr will need to step up and fill the scoring void.

The midfield pairing of Cheikh Niasse and Ondrej Duda will be crucial in controlling the tempo against Milan. At the back, Diego Coppola will lead the defensive efforts to fend off Milan’s potent attack, especially Tijjani Reijnders and his knack for finding the net.

Verona Suspensions & Injuries

Verona will have to navigate their upcoming match without some crucial players. Here are the specifics:

Injuries

Player	Injury	Expected return
Martin Frese	Knee surgery	Early March 2025
Abdou Harroui	Cruciate ligament injury	Out for season
Casper Tengstedt	Ankle injury	Early March 2025
Suat Serdar	Thigh injury	Early March 2025
Dailon Rocha Livramento	Muscle injury	Late February 2025

Suspensions

Player	Suspension	Expected return
Daniele Ghilardi	Yellow cards	1 match ban

The absence of key players like Casper Tengstedt, who is their top scorer, and Daniele Ghilardi in defense will undoubtedly impact their performance. Coach Paolo Zanetti will need to rely on the depth of his squad to compensate for these significant losses. Their midfield, led by Cheikh Niasse and Ondrej Duda, will have to step up in both defensive and offensive roles to keep their hopes alive against AC Milan.

Verona Tactics and Formation

Verona’s Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 3-4-2-1
• Key Forward: Amin Sarr
• Midfield Dynamos: Cheikh Niasse and Ondrej Duda
• Defensive Setup:
  With the absence of Daniele Ghilardi, expect Pawel Dawidowicz to fill the central back role, flanked by Flavius Daniliuc and Diego Coppola.
• Midfield Strength:
  The midfield quartet will likely include Jackson Tchatchoua and Domagoj Bradaric on the flanks, providing width and crossing options. Niasse and Duda will control the central areas, tasked with linking defense to attack and providing stability.
• Attacking Threats:
  Tomas Suslov and Daniel Mosquera will operate just behind the center-forward Amin Sarr, aiming to exploit gaps in AC Milan’s defense.
  Verona will need to focus on keeping their shape and look for opportunities to counter-attack, especially given Milan’s tendency to concede goals late in matches.

AC Milan vs Verona Head-to-Head Statistics

Home	Away	Result
Verona	AC Milan	0-1
Verona	AC Milan	1-3
AC Milan	Verona	1-0
AC Milan	Verona	3-1
Verona	AC Milan	1-2

In their last five meetings, AC Milan has dominated Verona, winning each encounter.
This shows a pattern of consistency and superiority by the Rossoneri in these match-ups.
With a strong track record and impressive stats, AC Milan enters this game as the firm favourite.

Odds accurate as of 13 February 2025 19:46, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.