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AC Milan Prepares for Serie A Opener Amidst Key Injuries

8/23/2025

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Summary

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AC Milan will face Cremonese in their Serie A opener on August 23, 2025, at a sold-out San Siro.
Coach Massimiliano Allegri stresses the importance of patience and consistency for a Champions League return.
Luka Modric will start in midfield; Rafael Leao is injured. Allegri expects goals from Fofana and Loftus-Cheek.
Allegri hints at a possible signing of Nigerian striker Victor Boniface while prioritizing the upcoming match.

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Historical Context

In 1990, the Italian Football Federation launched Serie A as a professional league, significantly elevating the standard of Italian football. AC Milan, with 18 league titles, exemplifies this competitive spirit. As Coach Massimiliano Allegri aims for a Champions League return, the club's focus on strategic development highlights its ambition to regain prominence among Europe's elite football teams.

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Story summary

AC Milan will face Cremonese in their Serie A opener on August 23, 2025, at a sold-out San Siro.
Coach Massimiliano Allegri stresses the importance of patience and consistency for a Champions League return.
Luka Modric will start in midfield; Rafael Leao is injured. Allegri expects goals from Fofana and Loftus-Cheek.
Allegri hints at a possible signing of Nigerian striker Victor Boniface while prioritizing the upcoming match.

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