AC Milan will host Pisa at San Siro on Friday as the Serie A matchday eight action unfolds. The Rossoneri will aim to build on their thrilling 2-1 comeback victory against Fiorentina last weekend. Robin Gosens initially put Fiorentina ahead, but Rafael Leao equalized in the 63rd minute and completed the turnaround with a penalty in the dying minutes of the match.
Pisa, on the other hand, drew 0-0 at home with Hellas Verona. The stalemate leaves the Nerazzurri at the bottom of the table with just three points from seven games, while AC Milan sit atop with 16 points.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
The two sides last met in the 1990-91 season, with AC Milan winning both fixtures 1-0.
Milan are unbeaten in their last seven games across all competitions, winning six.
Pisa have failed to win any of their first seven games this season, losing four.
Five of Milan’s seven league matches this season were level at halftime, the joint-most in Serie A.
Pisa have scored just one second-half goal in their last four matches.
Milan have scored at least twice in six of their last eight home games.
Prediction
AC Milan have recovered from their opening defeat and boast defensive solidity, keeping five clean sheets in their last seven games. Pisa’s return to Serie A has been challenging, and they may struggle against the reigning champions. Expect a controlled Milan performance with a clean sheet.
Predicted Score: AC Milan 2-0 Pisa