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AC Milan Faces Lazio in Coppa Italia Round of 16
12/4/2025, 4:39:36 PM
Match Overview
AC Milan is set to compete against Lazio in the Round of 16 of the Coppa Italia on December 4, 2025, at 20:00 CET at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. This match follows a recent Serie A encounter where Milan secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Lazio. Coach Massimiliano Allegri's squad aims to build on their recent successes, having won their last five out of six matches, including two clean-sheet victories in the Coppa Italia against Bari and Lecce.
Team News and Line-ups
Milan's lineup is expected to feature Rafael Leao leading the attack, supported by Ruben Loftus-Cheek in an attacking midfield role. Allegri has confirmed that Christian Pulisic, who has been sidelined with a muscle issue, is fit to play. However, Santiago Gimenez, Zachary Athekame, and Youssouf Fofana will miss the match due to injuries. The probable starting XI for Milan is as follows: Maignan; De Winter, Gabbia, Pavlovic; Saelemaekers, Jashari, Modric, Ricci, Estupiñán; Loftus-Cheek; Leao.
Lazio, managed by Maurizio Sarri, is anticipated to field a strong team with minimal changes. Expected starters include Christos Mandas in goal, Nuno Tavares at left-back, and Valentin Castellanos in attack. Lazio's probable formation is: Mandas; Marusic, Patric, Romagnoli, Tavares; Dele-Bashiru, Vecino, Basic; Pedro, Castellanos, Zaccagni.
Importance of the Match
This knockout stage match is critical for both teams as they seek to advance to the quarter-finals of the Coppa Italia. Allegri emphasized the significance of the competition, stating, “The Coppa Italia has to be an objective for everyone, knowing that it's difficult from this Round of 16 stage.” The match is expected to be intense, with both teams eager to secure a place in the next round.
Broadcast Information
The match will be broadcast live in various regions. In the UK and Ireland, it will be available on Premier Sports 1, while viewers in the USA can watch it on Paramount+. In Italy, the match will be aired on free-to-air TV on Italy One and can also be streamed via Mediaset Infinity.
Conclusion
As AC Milan prepares to face Lazio, both teams are keen to capitalize on their recent performances. With a place in the quarter-finals at stake, the match promises to be a competitive and thrilling encounter at the Stadio Olimpico.
