Alright, let's jump into the deep end with this battle of the top-tier Italian Serie A: Fiorentina against Milan. Now if you've been paying attention and doing your homework, you'll remember that history is kinder to Milan in this regard. When these two have crossed paths in the past, Milan has traditionally had the upper hand, taking the win in 2 of their last 3 meetings.
Now let's talk personnel. For Milan, our player to watch is Theo Hernández, roaring with an 8.00 rating with 2 goals under his belt. Also making waves in the Milan roster is Christian Pulišić who's slapped in a notable 3 goals this season. The exceptional Rafael Leão is another one to look out for. Even though he's yet to find the back of the net, his threats have not gone unnoticed with 5 shots on goal in the last month.
As for Fiorentina, we've got David De Gea as our man between the sticks. He's kept a tight ship too with a solid 7.43 rating. The in-form Albert Guðmundsson has been their standout player, boasting a 7.65 rating and 2 goals to his name. Moise Kean needs a little shoutout too for his recent performances.
Peering through the looking glass of this season's records, Milan stepped up their game with a 3-2-1 record, while Fiorentina, bless their hearts, are barely keeping their heads above water with 1-4-1.
Moving on to the most recent run of form, Milan has been on a bit of a tear with victories over Lecce, Inter, and Venezia. Fiorentina though, they're just oscillating between spreading parity with draws and tight battles with teams like Lazio and Atalanta.
Taking everything into account, Milan's recent success, their historical advantage, and their key players make them a tough team to bet against.
Albert’s Prediction: Milan by 1