Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert
As part of the 12th round of Italy’s Serie A, Cagliari will face AC Milan. The match is set for Saturday, November 9, with kickoff scheduled at 18:00 Central European Time. I recommend betting on the match winner.
Match Preview
Cagliari has struggled to collect points this season. They have won only two of their 11 matches and currently sit near the bottom of the standings.
After a draw with Juventus and a win over Torino, Cagliari has since lost three consecutive games, managing to score just one goal across these matches. Although they create enough chances, their lack of goals can be attributed to poor finishing and some misfortune.
Milan has faced challenges this season, putting some pressure on manager Paulo Fonseca. The Rossoneri have already suffered three Serie A losses, falling behind the league leaders.
However, Milan's Champions League form has been promising. Last week, they earned a memorable victory over Real Madrid in Madrid, which should help restore confidence within the team.
Match Facts
- Cagliari is on a three-game losing streak.
- Milan has won two consecutive away games.
- Cagliari averages 0.8 goals per game at home, while Milan averages 1.4 goals per game away.
Probable Lineups
- Cagliari: Scuffet, Zappa, Luperto, Augello, Obert, Makoumbou, Viola, Gaetano, Luvumbo, Dzorate, Piccoli.
- Milan: Maignan, Terracciano, Thiaw, Pavlovic, Hernandez, Reijnders, Fofana, Pulisic, Okafor, Leão, Morata.
H2H
Cagliari hasn’t beaten Milan in seven years, losing the last five head-to-head matches.
Prediction
Another slip-up against a modest opponent would be hard for Milan fans to accept. The visitors appear much stronger, so I’m backing Milan for the win.
