AC Milan and Como are set to face each other in a highly anticipated Serie A match on Wednesday evening, marking a fixture that has generated considerable buzz this season. Originally scheduled to take place in Perth, Australia, due to the San Siro’s commitments for the Winter Olympics’ opening ceremony, the match has now been relocated back to Milan amid logistical challenges.
Currently, AC Milan finds itself in a tightly contested race for the Serie A title, sitting in second place, eight points behind Inter Milan, who leads the league. Despite an unexpected defeat on the opening day against Cremonese, Milan has powered through an impressive unbeaten streak, comprising 23 matches—the longest ongoing run across Europe’s top five leagues. Their deficits this season have only come from knockout competitions, emphasizing their strong league performance under the guidance of coach Max Allegri.
In their last outing, Milan narrowly overcame a struggling Pisa side, with Luka Modric netting a late goal, while Adrien Rabiot received a red card during stoppage time. Now, before commencing a series of matches against lower-ranked teams, including a crucial derby against Inter, Milan will be looking to assert their dominance against Como.
Como, fresh from recent investments, aims to improve their league standings and challenge for European qualification. However, their record against Milan stands stark, having lost all three of their encounters in Serie A since their promotion in 2024. The last match ended with a 3-1 scoreline in favor of Milan, where Rabiot shone with two goals.
Despite their struggles, Como has carved out a respectable path in Serie A, aiming for a potential top-six finish while also being in the running for the Coppa Italia. Following a 2-1 defeat to Fiorentina that hampered their aspirations, Como will be motivated to secure points on the road at the prestigious San Siro. Their recent form suggests a resilience that could challenge Milan, especially considering their away record of just three losses from eleven matches.
On the team news front, Milan is nearing full health, with key players such as Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao returning to the squad, though Rabiot’s suspension will force a change in midfield. Como will be without Alvaro Morata, who was sent off in their previous match, yet the side possesses sufficient firepower with top scorers Tasos Douvikas and Nico Paz aiming to make an impact.
Ultimately, both teams are positioned to make a case for their respective objectives—Milan striving to keep pressure on Inter, and Como looking to solidify their ambitions of European football. As the match promises to be a showcase of talent and tactical ingenuity, fans can expect an exciting encounter at the San Siro.