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The Rossoneri take on struggling Cagliari hoping to progress to the next round of the Coppa Italia
The Coppa Italia encounter between AC Milan and Cagliari, scheduled for January 2, 2024, at the San Siro Stadium, is gearing up to be a captivating showdown. With both teams having contrasting fortunes in their recent domestic league outings, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter full of strategic gameplay and exciting football.
Date, Time, and Venue
Date: January 2, 2024
Venue: San Siro Stadium
Time: 9 pm WAT
Recent form and team news
AC Milan ended 2023 with a win against Sassuolo and are in a strong position in Serie A's top four.
Cagliari are struggling in Serie A, with recent games ending in draws and their only win in the last six games coming via two after extra-time goals against Sassuolo.
Historical head-to-head and rivalry
AC Milan dominates the historical record with three wins in a row and are unbeaten in 11 games against their visitors.
Cagliari has a poor track record at San Siro, having never won there.
Tactical Analysis and Playing Styles
AC Milan: Likely to use a 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on their strong attacking capabilities.
Cagliari: Expected to play in a 4-3-1-2 formation, aiming to control the midfield and disrupt Milan's play.
Key Players to Watch
AC Milan: Luka Jovic is expected to lead the attack in Olivier Giroud's absence.
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Cagliari: Andrea Petagna and Zito Luvumbo are two players who can cause AC Milan problems for Cagliari.
Betting Tips and Predictions
AC Milan is favoured to win, with predictions suggesting a high-scoring game.
Betting tips include AC Milan to win, over 2.5 goals, and a high number of corner kicks.
Where and how to watch
The match will be available on various sports channels including Cable TV and streaming platforms.
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