AC Milan vs Lecce

AC Milan

<p>AC Milan welcome Lecce to San Siro with momentum on their side. The Rossoneri continue to set the pace in Serie A with a long unbeaten run and an imposing record in this fixture.</p> <p>Milan are unbeaten in their last 19 league matches, following a Rabiot-inspired 3-1 comeback win over Como on Thursday night. That victory kept them second, three points adrift of table-topping Inter, who have 46 points.</p> <p>It also helped Milan put an end to a string of successive draws [WWDDW], leaving them within touching distance of three consecutive victories.</p> <p>Historically, this matchup has strongly favoured Milan. They have avoided defeat in 24 of their last 25 Serie A meetings with Lecce, including four consecutive league wins.</p> <p>Even more telling is Milan’s dominance at home, where they have recorded three straight home victories by a margin of two or more goals against Lecce. In fact, Milan have scored at least twice in each of their last 12 home Serie A games versus Lecce, a statistic that highlights the attacking freedom they often enjoy in this fixture.</p> <p>Offensively, Milan remain reliable. They have found the net in each of their last 14 Serie A matches, combining control in possession with cutting edge in the final third.</p> <p>That attacking consistency, paired with growing confidence at San Siro, suggests Milan may dictate the tempo from the outset.</p> <p>A 3—5—2 with Nkunku and Rafael Leao in attack may be seen against Lecce.</p>

Lecce

<p>Lecce arrive under pressure, sitting 17th, with only three points above the bottom three as they head into Sunday’s clash. They have three consecutive defeats in Serie A [LDLLL], following the midweek 1-0 loss to Inter. In addition, they have managed just one win in their last seven league matches.</p> <p>While Lecce are capable of resilience on their day, recent form suggests they have struggled to cope with sustained pressure. The difficulty is more evident against top-tier opposition.</p> <p>Given Milan’s current rhythm, historical dominance, and strong home scoring record, the Rossoneri will be confident of extending both their unbeaten league run and their winning streak against Lecce. The context informs expectations for the fixture.</p> <p>For the visitors, discipline and defensive organisation will be essential if they are to avoid another difficult night in Milan. Maintaining shape under pressure will be part of the test for Lecce.</p> <p>A 4-3-3 formation with Stulic, Santiago Pierotti and Lameck Banda in attack is expected against AC Milan.</p>