There is no better way to finish your weekend than with a Serie A derby like Milan vs. Roma. These two Italian powerhouses meet this Sunday night at San Siro, and the result of this event could have massive implications on the standings.
If Roma wins, they’ll take over the top spot in the Serie A standings, as Napoli played to a 0-0 draw against Como. If Milan wins, the Rossoneri will be second, one step behind the club from Naples.
We expect nothing but a fierce fight because both Milan and Roma don’t play particularly appealing football, yet rely heavily on tactics and physicality. There’s nothing beautiful in terms of plays or actions; however, for all those who like war and strategy, with tactical assignments, Sunday’s contest will be a delight to see.
Here are Serie A odds for all the football bettors eager to find some.
AC Milan vs. AS Roma Preview
AC Milan
The Rossoneri are undefeated in their last 9 games, including the Coppa Italia clash with Lecce, which ended 3-0. They would win in 5 Serie A matches, and post three ties, which had occurred in the previous four rounds. This was an unexpected slowdown, which cost them the first place.
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After playing to a 0-0 draw against Juventus in Turin, they beat Fiorentina at home, 2-1, but slipped to a 2-2 draw against Pisa at home before a trip to Bergamo, where they drew 1-1 against Atalanta.
Milan is efficient at home lately. The latest 4 contests at San Siro all included them netting at least twice, and the previous 5 finished with over 2.5 goals. Still, even though results seem efficient, Milan’s performances aren’t offensive-minded at all.
AS Roma
When talking about efficiency and who is not offensive-minded, Roma is the type of team. Il Lupi has the best defense in the Serie A, conceding only four goals in 9 appearances, while scoring 10. We didn’t expect to see this from Gasperini, who used to coach Atalanta when La Dea played the most appealing and efficient football not just in Italy, but in all of Europe.
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Though nobody can say a thing to him, because he has solid results, 7 triumphs and 2 losses so far. Believe it or not, Roma is perfect on the road, having all 5 triumphs, including the one vs. Nice in the Europa League, 1-2. Three of the other wins were by the same result, 0-1.
Expect to see Roma be very conservative here, trying to score a goal from a set piece or a counter-attack. That’s something Gasperini hunts for.
AC Milan vs. AS Roma Head to Head
The record last year was neutral, with both teams having a loss, a win, and a tie. The Serie A game in Milan ended in a 1-1 draw, but Milan went on to eliminate Roma in the cup, 3-1 at San Siro, before Roma triumphed in the Serie A event in Rome, 3-1.
AC Milan vs. AS Roma Predictions
This will be a very tactical and tight game, with limited creativity and a slow pace. Simply, both sides will try to slow down the rhythm and catch the rival’s mistake. The first goal will play a huge role, and whoever reaches it will have much better prospects of winning. Do remember, these sides have rock-solid defenses, allowing 11 goals combined in 9 rounds.
That’s why we pick under 2.5 goals. It’s the safest bet here, because either team can win. Yes, Milan is the favorite, but this Roma is fantastic, and it wouldn’t be the slightest surprise to see it beat Rossoneri in its own house.
- Pick: Under 2.5 goals
