Jan Novak
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As part of the 20th round of the Italian Serie A, Milan will face Cagliari at San Siro on Saturday, January 11. The match is scheduled to kick off at 20:45 Central European Time. My prediction is focused on the winner of this game.
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Match Preview
The arrival of Sergio Conceição has clearly boosted the team, as they demonstrated resilience and claimed a victory over Inter in the Italian Super Cup final. Milan's fortunes should improve, so I expect a significant boost in their results moving forward.
While a title challenge seems distant, Milan must stop dropping points against weaker opponents. The team still faces some injury concerns, but players like Rafael Leão are already back in action.
Cagliari showed their potential last season, but after Claudio Ranieri's departure, the team has fallen into familiar struggles and found themselves back in mid-table mediocrity.
Interestingly, Cagliari performs just as well away from home as they do at home, though this hasn't translated into positive results. The team is in a poor psychological state and remains dangerously close to the relegation zone.
Match Facts
- Milan is unbeaten in their last six matches.
- Cagliari has conceded in six consecutive matches.
- Milan averages 2.2 goals per game at home, while Cagliari averages 1 goal per game away.
Probable Lineups
- Milan: Maignan, Theo Hernández, Emerson, Tomori, Tiago, Musah, Fofana, Reijnders, Pulisic, Leão, Morata.
- Cagliari: Scuffet, Zappa, Mina, Luperto, Obert, Dżortea, Makumbu, Adopo, Aujello, Viola, Piccoli.
Head-to-Head
Cagliari has not won against Milan at San Siro since 1997.
Prediction
Historically, Cagliari has been a favorable opponent for Milan. Unless something extraordinary happens, the Rossoneri should confidently secure the three points. My bet is on a Milan win with a -1 goal handicap.
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