AC Milan host Lazio at San Siro today in a key Serie A matchup. Get the latest team news, confirmed injuries, probable XIs, tactical battle, players to watch and a reasoned prediction for Milan vs Lazio. Goal+1
Match snapshot — quick facts
Fixture: AC Milan vs Lazio (Serie A)
Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025
Kick-off: 19:45 GMT (20:45 CET) at San Siro, Milan. Goal+1
Referee: Giuseppe Collu (matchday officials confirmed in club preview). AC Milan
This is a high-stakes Saturday night fixture: Milan can climb to the top of the table with a win, while Lazio arrive looking to remain competitive in the top half and correct their away form. Expect a tactical, possibly low-scoring battle played in front of a lively San Siro. Reuters+1
Form guide — recent context
AC Milan come into the game on the back of a morale-boosting 1–0 derby win over Inter, a result that extended their unbeaten run and tightened the title race. That derby performance underlined Milan’s defensive organisation and counter-attacking threat. Lazio, coached by Maurizio Sarri, have been more inconsistent but remain dangerous — particularly in midfield — and will look to exploit any lapses from Milan on the break. Reuters+1
Latest team news & injuries (what matters)
AC Milan: Massimiliano Allegri faces a small selection headache after the derby. Reports indicate Christian Pulisic is a doubt or potentially ruled out with a knock picked up in recent action, which would reduce Milan’s wing options and alter Allegri’s attacking rotations. Milan’s defensive form has been excellent this season, however, and the coach is likely to stick with the three-at-the-back system that has delivered results. SempreMilan+1
Lazio: Maurizio Sarri has fitness concerns in midfield — Danilo Cataldi has been reported injured and could be unavailable for a period, forcing Sarri to shuffle his central options and rely more on Matias Vecino or other experienced pivots. Lazio’s away problems — fewer goals and dropped points — mean Sarri may set his team up to be compact and counter-oriented at San Siro. The Football Faithful+1
(As always, final team sheets are confirmed roughly one hour before kick-off on club channels and live-score services.) AC Milan
Probable XIs (informed projections)
These lineups are compiled from the latest injury updates and reputable match previews; treat them as informed predictions rather than official lineups.
AC Milan (likely — 3-5-2 / 3-4-1-2 variations):
Maignan; Tomori, Gabbia, Pavlović; Saelemaekers, Fofana, Modrić, Rabiot, Bartesaghi; Nkunku, Leão. SempreMilan+1
Lazio (likely — 4-3-3):
Provedel; Marušić, Højlund/Šehić (depending on late checks), Romagnoli, Pellegrini; Guendouzi, Vecino, Basic; Zaccagni, Dia, Isaksen (or another rotated forward). The AC Milan Offside+1
Tactical tweaks (overlapping wingbacks for Milan, Sarri’s midfield rotation for Lazio) could shift these shapes, so watch the teamsheet for the confirmed starting XIs. AC Milan
Tactical preview — where the game will be won
1) Midfield chess match
This is the most important battleground. Milan’s midfield (the mix of experience and dynamic runners) must control transition moments and prevent Lazio from playing through the lines. Lazio’s creative players will seek to pull Milan’s midfield out of position and create pockets for quick vertical passes. Whoever wins second balls and controls tempo will dictate the match. SempreMilan+1
2) Wing/half-space exploitation
If Pulisic is absent for Milan, Allegri will lean on wide wingbacks and inside-forwards (Leão, Nkunku) to create overloads. Lazio’s full-backs must decide between pressing high to stop these pumps or sitting deeper and allowing width in front of their centre-backs. Milan’s ability to deliver low crosses or quick cutbacks will be decisive against Lazio’s compact defensive block. SempreMilan+1
3) Set-pieces and margins
Both teams are organised defensively, so set-pieces — corners, free-kicks, throw-ins — are natural danger moments. Milan’s aerial quality and Lazio’s disciplined marking mean dead-ball routine planning and execution could decide a tight game. Expect low margins and perhaps a single decisive moment. AC Milan+1
Key players to watch
Rafael Leão (Milan): Direct, capable of unlocking defences with dribbles and decisive runs behind the backline. He’s Milan’s biggest goal and chance threat from open play. SempreMilan
Christopher Nkunku (Milan): Intelligent movement, link-up play and finishing — a major creative outlet when Pulisic’s minutes are limited. The Football Faithful
Bruno Guendouzi / Matías Vecino (Lazio): The pair (depending on selection) determine Lazio’s ability to press and recycle possession; their control and passing range will be vital for any Lazio chance creation. The Football Faithful
Ciro Immobile / Harvey Barnes-type forwards (Lazio options): Whoever leads the line must punish the small window of opportunity Lazio get on counters. (Check the confirmed starter as lineups are released.) Sports Mole
Prediction
This looks like a tight, tactical Serie A clash. Milan’s recent derby win gives them momentum and a defensive backbone that’s hard to break — at San Siro they have the edge. Lazio’s organisation and midfield quality make them dangerous; however, Milan should prevail narrowly. Prediction: AC Milan 2–0 Lazio — a low-scoring game with Milan edging it thanks to a set-piece or a controlled counter. (Betting previews also favour a Milan victory and suggest under 2.5 goals is a likely market.) Reuters+1
How to watch & follow live
In Italy the match is shown on DAZN and Sky Sport; international viewers should check local broadcasters or services (Goal and other live-coverage outlets provide country-by-country viewing info). Live stats and confirmed lineups appear on platforms such as FotMob, SofaScore and the official club channels roughly one hour before kick-off
