AC Milan will entertain Dinamo Zagreb at the San Siro in their UEFA Champions League group stage game.
Milan is so far undefeated in all competitions and currently 3rd in the league standing, while they drew against Salzburg in their opening Champions league fixture. The reigning Italian champions are back in the European competition after long years and will be looking to qualify for the next round. With a good mix of young and upcoming talents along with much-needed veterans to provide experience, Milan will surely go deep into the competition.
Similarly, Dinamo Zagreb have been impressive this season too and are at the top of their league. The Croatian side, began their European campaign with a shocking 1-0 win over Chelsea. In their previous match, Dinamo Zagreb overcame a fellow Croatian side in HNK Gorica in a hard fought win. However, against Milan, they will need to step up their game if they dream to qualify out of the group.
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Match Details
Match | Milan vs Dinamo Zagreb |
Date | Wednesday, 14th Sept 2022 |
Time | 6:45 PM (CET) |
Venue | San Siro |
Milan vs Dinamo Zagreb Broadcast Details
Viewers can watch this match live on BT Sport, Canal+, and beIN SPORTS.
Milan vs Dinamo Zagreb H2H stats and team betting odds
Milan have a perfect head-to-head record against Dinamo Zagreb as they have locked horns on two occasions and Milan have been successful in both matches. Dinamo Zagreb will be looking to change history by defeating Milan on their own turf.
The Italians have scored 6 goals in the meetings with Dinamo Zagreb, the last one ended in a 3-0 victory for Milan back in 2008.
Milan vs Dinamo Zagreb: Players to watch out
Rafael Leao
Rafael Leao broke onto the scene last season when Milan lifted the Serie A title after more than a decade. Under the guidance of veteran striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic who stepped back in order for Leao to get the much-needed game time, has resulted in bringing out the best in the Portuguese forward. While finishing last season with 26 goals and assists in all competitions, Leao is back to top form with 3 goals and 4 assists so far this campaign.
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Mike Maignan
Mike Maignan moved to Milan last season after helping Lille to overthrow PSG to win the Ligue 1 title. Ever since joining the Milan outfit, the Frenchman has been a wall in front of goal as he kept 19 clean sheets in all competitions. His impressive performances helped Milan eventually lift the Serie A title and the French keeper will be looking to replicate the same form this season.
Milan vs Dinamo Zagreb: Predicted Line-Up
AC Milan: Mike Maignan; Theo Hernandez, Pierre Kalulu, Fikayo Tomori, Davide Calabria; Ismael Bennacer, Sandro Tonali; Charles De Ketelaere, Alexis Saelemaekers, Rafael Leao; Olivier Giroud
Dinamo Zagreb: Dominik Livakovic; Dino Peric, Josip Sutalo, Stefan Ristovski; Sadegh Moharrami, Robert Ljubicic, Josip Misic, Arijan Ademi, Luka Ivanusec; Bruno Petkovic, Mislav Orsic
Milan vs Dinamo Zagreb: Who is going to Win this match?
AC Milan have possess an impressive squad full of talent and experience and will be looking to make full use of it. Their key player Rafael Leao has been in exceptional form in the league this season and will be looking to replicate that in the Champions League. Back between the sticks is Mike Maignan because of whom Milan’s goal has been impregnable, such performances helped Milan lift the league title last season and it will be a huge challenge for Dinamo Zagreb to get past the French keeper.
Dinamo Zagreb, on the other hand, simply does not have enough quality in order to get the better of Milan. Thus, Milan will be expected to win against the Croatian.
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Milan vs Dinamo Zagreb: Team News
Milan:
- Injury: Zlatan Ibrahimovic, A. Florenzi, Ante Rebic
- Doubtful: Divock Origi
- Unavailable: None
Dinamo Zagreb:
- Injury: None
- Doubtful: None
- Unavailable: Felipe