AC Milan Team News - Soccer

Strahinja Pavlovic - Stays on the bench against Lecce Pavlovic (head) was an unused sub in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Pavlovic was cleared after getting stitches but wasn't rushed back, as Koni De Winter has held his own as a fill-in starter as of late. Pavlovic will most likely return to the XI against Roma on Sunday. He has registered multiple clearances in every game this season, amassing 68 in 18 appearances and has contributed to four clean sheets in his last seven showings, logging nine tackles (four won), four interceptions and four blocks over that span.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Allegri remains focused on top-four finish after Milan's win over Lecce Despite going within three points of Serie A leaders Inter, AC Milan boss Massimiliano Allegri was not thinking about a Scudetto challenge.

22 HOURS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Alexis Saelemaekers - Assists and subs off versus Lecce Saelemaekers assisted once to go with four shots (zero on target), three key passes and two crosses (both accurate) before leaving Sunday's 1-0 win over Lecce at the 80th minute du...

Impact Saelemaekers was dynamic on offense and, while he misfired on all his shots, he set up Niclas Fullkrug with a great cross from the right flank on the late-game winner. He exited with 10 minutes to go due to muscular discomfort and, while the early tests ruled out a lesion and other substantial problems, he's in doubt for Sunday's clash versus Roma. Zachary Athekame is the next man up in the role, but the coach could also alter the formation if Saelemaekers were missing.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Strahinja Pavlovic - Option for bench Pavlocvic (head) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Lecce.

Impact Pavolovic is back from his head injury after one match and is with the team Sunday, as the defender has earned a spot on the bench to face Lecce. He has only missed one start all season when available before this match, likely to return to the starting XI moving forward.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Where to Watch AC Milan vs. US Lecce: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream AC Milan brings the No. 2 defensive squad in Serie A (16 goals allowed) into a home match against one of the worst offensive teams in the le...

2 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Strahinja Pavlovic - Available against Lecce Pavlovic (head) has been called up for Sunday's match versus Lecce, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Pavlovic has recovered more quickly than expected from a head wound but will likely reside on the bench rather than starting as usual, as he didn't log many full practice sessions before the game. He has tallied multiple clearances in 14 straight showings, piling up 56, posting 20 tackles (11 won), six interceptions and seven blocks and contributing to five clean sheets over that span.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Saelemaekers - Workmanlike showing versus Como Saelemaekers created two scoring chances and had one cross (zero accurate), three tackels and two interceptions in Thursday's 3-1 victory versus Como.

Impact Saeleamekers barely maintained his season-long streak of games with at least one cross, as he had to track back a lot because of the match-up, and created two scoring chances for the third time in the last four fixtures. He has amassed seven over that span, adding 10 deliveries (three accurate), eight tackles (three won) and two shots (zero on target).

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Fikayo Tomori - Under pressure in Como tilt Tomori recorded two tackles (one won), one block and seven clearances in Thursday's 3-1 win over Como.

Impact Tomori wasn't perfect on Marc-Oliver Kempf on the opening goal, losing him on a free kick, but redeemed himself during the course of the match and posted a new season high in clerances. He has had at least one in his last eight appearances, piling up 35, adding 23 tackles (14 won) and six blocks and helping secure three clean sheets in that stretch.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Luka Modric - Routine display against Como Modric created one scoring chance and registered two crosses (one accurate), two tackles (one won) and two corners in Thursday's 3-1 victory over Como.

Impact Modric did a little bit of everything but didn't shine in any particular start, fresh off his first breather of the season. He has had at least one key pass in seven straight outings, totaling 13 and logging 24 crosses (six accurate), 21 corners and 10 clearances over that span.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Niclas Fullkrug - Posts two clearances in Como match Fullkrug (foot) registered two clearances and five passes and committed two fouls in 27 minutes in Thursday's 3-1 victory over Como.

Impact Fullkrug was the first attacker off the bench despite being banged up and helped manage the lead, but failed to put up stats in the final third because of the flow of the game. He'll rotate with Rafael Leao, Christian Pulisic and Christopher Nkunku in the two-man frontline going forward. He has posted two off-target shots, five key passes and four clearances in four appearances with Milan.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Youssouf Fofana - Takes three shots against Como Fofana won one of four tackles and had three shots (one on goal), one interception and one cross (zero accurate) in Thursday's 3-1 victory over Como.

Impact Fofana was active on both ends, leading his side in attempts and setting a new season high in tackles. He has assisted once and posted five shots (one on target), three chances created and two interceptions in the last five tilts following a two-game absence.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Leao - Dishes assist against Como Leao drew one foul and assisted once to go with two interceptions and one chance created in Thursday's 3-1 win over Como.

Impact Leao had mostly a quiet display but found Adrien Rabiot with a little ball over the top to set the stage for his side's first goal. It's his second helper in the season. He didn't take a shot, ending a five-game streak during which he had fired 16 (eight on target). He has scored twice and notched chances created and one cross (one accurate) in the last four matches since returning from injury.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Christopher Nkunku - Converts PK in Como match Nkunku scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), one tackle (one won) and one clearance in Thursday's 3-1 victory versus Como.

Impact Nkunku returned to the XI, relieving Christian Pulisic, and, while he didn't do much, he kept his aplomb from the spot, finding the target for his third appearance in a row. He has notched at least one shot in his last four showings, accumulating 11 (six on target) and posting also three key passes, one assist and one cross (one accurate).

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Adrien Rabiot - Scores twice against Como Rabiot scored two goals to go with two shots (two on target), four tackles (one won) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Thursday's 3-1 win against Como.

Impact Rabiot willed his team to a comeback victory with a clutch showing, hitting the net twice with two robust finishes, the first one after shaking free behind the defense and the second from distance. He had scored just once so far. He has had at least one attempt in eight straight fixtures, amassing 14 (four on target) and adding two assists, 18 crosses (four accurate) and 13 tackles (seven won) over that span.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mike Maignan - Stellar again versus Como Maignan made eight saves and allowed one goal in Thursday's 3-1 win against Como.

Impact Maignan was beaten by a header on a set piece in the early going, but kept his team afloat with several superb saves throughout the game, setting a new season high in saves. He has conceded once in three straight fixtures, making 15 saves. Up next, Milan will host Lecce Sunday.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Adrien Rabiot helps AC Milan close Serie A gap with 3-1 comeback win over Como

AC Milan has narrowed the gap at the top of Serie A by rallying to defeat Como 3-1

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Inter Milan has 70% chance of Serie A title after becoming winter champion

Inter Milan has a 70% chance of winning Serie A according to history

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

AC Milan vs. Como 1907 Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – January 15 AC Milan plays at Como 1907 in Serie A on Thursday, with both clubs coming off draws -- AC Milan 1-1 versus ACF Fiorentina, and Como 1907 1-...

4 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Niclas Fullkrug - Called up for Como game Fullkrug (toe) will be a bench option for Thursday's bout versus Como, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Fullkrug feels good enough to give it a go despite a toe injury and could see some action in the second half if needed. Rafael Leao and Christopher Nkunku are currently expected to start in this one amid some rotation.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Inter 1-0 Lecce: Esposito sends Serie A leaders six points clear With second-place AC Milan not playing until Thursday, Inter took full advantage to increase their margin at the top of the Serie A table.

5 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Ajax Fans Could See Another Ibrahimović Play For Their Team as Maximilian Joins

Maximilian Ibrahimović, son of soccer great Zlatan Ibrahimović, has joined Ajax on loan from AC Milan.

5 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Ajax Fans Could See Another Ibrahimović Play For Their Team as Maximilian Joins

Niclas Fullkrug - Might not miss time Fullkrug will try to play through his toe injury and trained with the rest of the group Wednesday, Mediaset reported.

Impact Fullkrug has been fitted with a special protection and will go through a game-day fitness test to assess his level of comfort and the risk of making the injury worse. He has notched two shots (zero on target) and five chances created in three appearances (one start) with Milan.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Strahinja Pavlovic - Will miss some time Pavlovic (head) "is unavailable for Thursday and likely for Sunday as well," coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Pavlovic hasn't been cleared for contact and will sit out the Lecce and Roma tilts, barring a quick improvement after the midweek make-up game. Koni De Winter or Davide Bartesaghi will replace him in the back. Pervis Estupinan would step in on the flank in the second case.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Niclas Fullkrug - Suffers toe injury Fullkrug fractured a toe in training and will miss multiple games, La Repubblica informed.

Impact Fullkrug quickly had the fracture reduced, but is likely facing a multi-week absence while the bone heals. He had just joined and started rotating with Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic. Christopher Nkunku returned from injury in the last game and will absorb his minutes.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus moves into third place after beating Cremonese

Juventus has notched its highest score of the season in a 5-0 demolition of Cremonese

JANUARY 12 • Associated Press

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