Real Madrid vs AC Milan: Preview-Predictions-Team News-Lineups

Real Madrid is set to host AC Milan at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in a UEFA Champions League group stage match. This game brings together two of Europe’s most successful clubs, with Real Madrid holding 15 Champions League titles and AC Milan with seven.

Match Preview

Real Madrid comes into this match looking to bounce back from a heavy 4-0 defeat to Barcelona in El Clásico on October 26. Their subsequent La Liga match against Valencia was postponed due to severe weather, giving them additional time for preparation. In the Champions League, Real Madrid has gathered six points from three matches, placing them in a favorable position.

AC Milan, managed by Paulo Fonseca, recently defeated Monza 1-0 in Serie A, thanks to a goal from Tijjani Reijnders. In the Champions League, Milan has three points from three games and will be keen to improve their standing.

Team News

Real Madrid: The team is dealing with a few injuries, including Dani Carvajal (knee), David Alaba (knee), Thibaut Courtois (adductor), and Rodrygo (hamstring). However, Rodrygo is expected to return for this match.

AC Milan: Milan will be missing Luka Jovic (muscle), Matteo Gabbia (muscle), Ismael Bennacer (calf), and Alessandro Florenzi (knee).

Predicted Lineups

Real Madrid (4-3-3):

• Goalkeeper: Andriy Lunin

• Defenders: Lucas Vázquez, Éder Militão, Antonio Rüdiger, Ferland Mendy

• Midfielders: Federico Valverde, Luka Modrić, Jude Bellingham

• Forwards: Rodrygo, Vinícius Júnior, Kylian Mbappé

AC Milan (4-3-3):

• Goalkeeper: Mike Maignan

• Defenders: Emerson Royal, Malick Thiaw, Fikayo Tomori, Theo Hernández

• Midfielders: Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Youssouf Fofana, Tijjani Reijnders

• Forwards: Christian Pulisic, Álvaro Morata, Rafael Leão

  
  

Match Prediction

Real Madrid, with the home advantage, is seen as the likely favorite to secure a win. However, AC Milan’s disciplined approach could make it a close contest. A potential scoreline could be Real Madrid 2-1 AC Milan.

This match carries high stakes for both teams in their pursuit of Champions League success.