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AC Milan vs Monza – Preview, and Prediction
AC Milan vs Monza – AC Milan beat Newcastle 2-1 at St. James’ Park on Wednesday to secure their European travels in spring through the UEFA Europa League knockout stage.
Rossoneri will face Monza in the opening Serie A match of the day, and they will aim to use the momentum they have garnered to get back to winning ways in the Italian league.
Eight days ago, Stefano Pioli’s team lost disappointingly, 1-3, to Atalanta at Gewiss Stadium after giving up a late goal in the fifth minute of extra time.
Despite having nine more points than their fierce rivals, Inter Milan, at the top, they are still third in the league. Over the past seven league games, AC Milan has only won two and conceded once.
The visitors come into tonight with only one loss in their last six league games and have only dropped four games since the start of the season.
Dany Mota scored a goal in the final minute of the game, giving Monza a 1-0 victory over Genoa at their home stadium seven days ago.
Most recent meetings
Out of six matches, AC Milan won five and drew one with Monza. The two teams faced off in an exhibition Silvio Berlusconi Trophy match in August of this year, ending in a 1-1 draw that AC Milan won on penalties.
With six matches under their belt, I Rossoneri have a goal differential of 15-3 against Monza. Monoza is the only competitor they face.
Since Inter Milan is nine points behind AC Milan at the top, AC Milan cannot afford another mistake. Five of the last six head-to-head encounters have gone their way, so they should win this one at home.
What are the top odds for this match?
Looking at what the bookmakers’ view of this game is on the 90-minute result market, a victory for AC Milan can be had for 1.63, a wager on a draw is 4.2 and putting your money on a win for Monza will get you 5.4. These are the most competitive market prices on offer at present.
AC Milan vs Monza – Head-to-Head
Our Prediction: Home Win
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