Team analysis: AC Milan
Milan ended 2024 in better form than in previous months, before beating Verona in their last match before the holidays. Tijjani Reijnders continued to be a key player in the team, scoring the goal that brought three points and kept Milan in the race for Serie A’s top 4. He is the most productive midfielder in Serie A this season, with 10 direct effects on goals, the most among all midfielders. However, Milan have yet to reach their full potential as they are still dealing with many injuries to key players, such as Rafael Leao, Yunus Musah and Ruben Loftus-Cheek, which have affected their attack.
Given that Milan’s chances of winning the Scudetto have almost disappeared, the fight for the Champions League becomes a priority, and a victory against Roma would be an important step in that direction. Milan are unbeaten at the San Siro in their last few matches, but have struggled with efficiency, failing to score in three of their last four home matches. This is something they must fix if they want to stay in the race for the top of the table.
Team analysis: Roma
Roma have gone through turbulent changes this year, including a change of coach, the arrival of Claudio Ranieri as interim coach and some poor results. Although they have consolidated in recent times, with points against Sampdoria and an impressive 5-0 win against Parma, their away form remains a concern. Roma have lost their last four away matches in Serie A, their worst such run since 2008. They also have a poor historical performance against Milan, having won just once in their last nine Serie A matches, while conceding at least two goals in their last six meetings at the San Siro.
Although Paulo Dybala excelled in the last match, who scored two goals, Roma is facing problems in defense and attacking efficiency on away games. Dybala is a key player and one of Serie A’s best strikers, but he will need support from the sidelines if Roma are to avoid another defeat.
Betting suggestion: AC Milan to win (1)
AC Milan comes into this match with solid form at home, where they have had stable results in the last few matches. Although there were injuries and problems in attack, Milan still managed to get back on track, especially thanks to the outstanding games of Tijjani Reijnders, who became a key player in the midfield.
Roma, on the other hand, have serious problems in away games. Their form has been poor, with the side losing four in a row, their worst run in 16 years. In addition, the history of meeting with Milan does not go in their favor, because in the last nine matches against the Rossoneri they have won only once. Also, Roma struggles with defensive lapses, which Milan can certainly take advantage of.
Considering all these factors, Milan have all the advantages in this match, especially when they play at home.
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