Prediction: AC Milan vs Lazio

Verdict: Draw

Best odds: 13/5

Bookmaker: BetUS

Winless in their last three matches, AC Milan and Lazio will both aim to reignite their campaigns when they clash in Sunday night’s Serie A showdown.

With ground to make up in the top-four race, both sides must avoid setbacks at San Siro if they hope to secure Champions League qualification for next season.

AC Milan

Playing a rescheduled fixture postponed four months ago, Milan faced fellow European hopefuls Bologna on Thursday night, starting level on points with their hosts at Stadio Dall’Ara.

After falling 2-1 to mid-table Torino last weekend, the Rossoneri were determined to bounce back – especially after their Champions League exit. However, despite Rafael Leao’s first-half opener, they failed to hold their lead, conceding twice after the break as Bologna ended a nine-year wait for a Serie A victory over Milan.

As a result, Sergio Conceicao’s inconsistent side sit eighth in the standings, trailing fourth-placed Juventus by eight points.

Milan have not suffered three consecutive league defeats in two years, making Sunday’s clash crucial for Conceicao, who is already under scrutiny despite his recent appointment. While he started his tenure by lifting the Supercoppa Italia, missing out on Champions League qualification could put his long-term future in doubt.

Following a 2-2 draw in August’s reverse fixture, Milan have lost just one of their last seven league meetings with Lazio. With seven wins from their last eight home games, they will be eager to extend that strong run at San Siro.

Team News

While Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Alessandro Florenzi, and Emerson Royal remain unavailable for Milan, Luka Jovic returned to first-team action in midweek, and Kyle Walker could be in contention for Sunday’s match as he continues to recover from a thigh injury.

If Walker is unable to feature, the versatile Alex Jimenez is expected to fill in at right-back, potentially linking up with a recalled Christian Pulisic on the flank.

Leading the line will likely be recent signing Santiago Gimenez, with Jovic and Tammy Abraham set for bench roles. The former Feyenoord striker has plenty of experience against Lazio, having faced them four times and netting five goals.

Lazio

Lazio have managed just one win in their last 34 Serie A away games against Milan, suffering 22 defeats during that run. Their only success came in November 2019, but they arrive at this encounter in better form than their struggling hosts.

While Milan have already bowed out of Europe, the Biancocelesti remain in continental competition, set to continue their Europa League campaign next Thursday with a last-16 first-leg clash against Viktoria Plzen.

Despite back-to-back league draws against Napoli and Venezia, Lazio remain within touching distance of fourth-placed Juventus and currently sit six points clear of this week’s opponents.

However, Marco Baroni’s men suffered disappointment in their most recent outing, as Tuesday’s Coppa Italia defeat to Inter Milan dashed their hopes of lifting an eighth national cup – Inter will now face Milan in the semifinals.

With striker Taty Castellanos sidelined through injury, Lazio have failed to score in their last two matches. Baroni will be eager to end that drought when his team quickly return to San Siro.

Team News

Baroni remains without key striker Taty Castellanos, along with Elseid Hysaj, Matias Vecino, and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.

Former Milan defender Alessio Romagnoli was substituted at halftime during Tuesday’s Coppa Italia defeat due to a muscular issue and may not be fit to start at center-back. In his absence, Mario Gila and Samuel Gigot could form the defensive pairing.

On the left wing, Lazio captain Mattia Zaccagni has been in fine form, contributing to six goals in seven Serie A matches in 2025—trailing only Atalanta’s Mateo Retegui (10) for goal involvements in the calendar year.

Conclusion

With neither side likely to be fully satisfied, Milan and Lazio could share the spoils for the second time this season, giving their rivals an opportunity to gain ground in the European qualification race.

While Lazio appear more cohesive than Milan, both teams have vulnerabilities at the back, making a high-scoring and entertaining draw a strong possibility.

Verdict: Draw

Best odds: 13/5

Bookmaker: BetUS