AC Milan vs Lecce – Predicted lineup and team news | OneFootball

AC Milan welcome Lecce to San Siro on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in a Coppa Italia Round of 32 encounter where both sides are eager for a spot in the last sixteen.

AC Milan vs Lecce – Predicted lineups and team news

AC Milan Team News

The Rossoneri, rejuvenated under Massimiliano Allegri, come into the contest boosted by a trio of straight wins after an opening setback against Cremonese. Coach Allegri, however, has several fitness issues to manage.

First-choice goalkeeper Mike Maignan, who suffered a calf problem versus Bologna, remains a question mark but received optimistic news, as Allegri shared: “Maignan is doing well and should be back between the posts against Lecce on Tuesday”.

Star forward Rafael Leao stays sidelined due to an ongoing calf injury. His earliest projected return is the high-stakes clash versus Napoli on September 28. Midfielder Ardon Jashari is also out long-term after fracturing his right fibula in training.

Allegri has not hidden his ambitions for silverware, describing the Coppa Italia as “the number one objective for our campaign.” Expect some squad rotation, with summer acquisition Samuele Ricci tipped for a possible first start in the red and black. Another fresh face, Christopher Nkunku, could make a mark as he strives to become a regular in the Milan setup.

The home team should persist with a 3-5-2 shape, featuring Santiago Gimenez up front, likely partnered by either Christian Pulisic or Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Veteran midfielder Luka Modric might be granted a rest, opening the door for Ricci and other options to step in.

AC Milan Predicted Lineup

AC Milan Predicted XI: Terracciano; Pavlovic, Gabbia, Tomori; Saelemaekers, Rabiot, Fofana, Modric, Estupinan; Pulisic, Gimenez

When is AC Milan vs Lecce?

23rd September Tuesday at 8pm BST.

How to Watch AC Milan vs Lecce?

Supporters in the UK can watch AC Milan vs Lecce in the Coppa Italia live on Premier Sports 1 either on TV or streaming through Premier Sports Player.

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