Prediction: Roma vs AC Milan

Prediction: AC Milan win

Best Odds: 19/10

Bookmaker: 888sport

The second coming of Italian football has been fascinating to see over the course of the last few years and now, we’re in a position whereby four or five clubs can claim to be on – or around – the same level as former kings Juventus. It’s a healthy position for Serie A to be in, especially in the wake of Euro 2020, and it’s showing no signs of slowing down.

This weekend, we’ll see another collection of fascinating fixtures with one of them being Roma vs AC Milan in a top four battle.

Roma

Jose Mourinho brings chaos with him wherever he goes and so far, his stint at Roma is living up to the hype. He’s never been the most conventional manager in the world and we all know that to be true but he’s well and truly taking things to a whole new level right now. The football is prettier on the eye than it has been in a few years but from game to game, you just don’t know what you’re going to get from him – and that’s always going to put people on edge.

AC Milan

AC Milan came close to winning the title last season before falling away and this time around, they seem determined to not let lightning strike twice. It’s been a long, long time since they could be called contenders with a straight face but they seem to be rediscovering the old flair that made them one of Europe’s greatest clubs. Sure, things aren’t going to plan in the Champions League, but that just gives them more reason to focus on their domestic charge.

Factors to Consider

• AC Milan are 2nd in Serie A whereas Roma are 4th.
• Roma have won three, drawn one and lost two of their last six games.
• AC Milan have won four and lost two of their last six games.
• Roma have scored eight goals and conceded eight in their last six games.
• AC Milan have scored 12 goals and conceded nine in their last six games.

Conclusion

Roma fans have been treated to more drama than an episode of EastEnders in recent weeks and we expect that to continue in a game with stakes as high as this one. Milan are all about trying to implement some pretty football with Roma often sitting back and waiting for their moment to strike. When these two forces collide it’s bound to be unpredictable but if we had to put money behind an outcome, we’d say Milan will walk out of Rome with a narrow 2-1 victory.

Prediction: AC Milan win

Best Odds: 19/10

Bookmaker: 888sport