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AC Milan vs Bologna Predictions, Picks & Odds – 28/10/2026
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AC Milan sit fourth in the Serie A standings with 15 points from seven outings, a position that keeps them firmly in the title conversation. The Rossoneri have been steady rather than spectacular, collecting two wins and three draws across their last five league fixtures. That unbeaten run at the Meazza gives them a platform of confidence, and the home crowd will expect nothing less than three points against a struggling opponent.
Bologna arrive in Milan rooted in 15th place with a meagre five points, and their away form tells a grim story. One win, two defeats, and two draws from the last five matches reflect a side low on belief and consistency. Vincenzo Italiano's men have managed just a single victory on the road recently, and the historical record offers little comfort either, with Milan winning 26 of 39 meetings between these clubs since 2003.
AC Milan's home advantage at the Giuseppe Meazza is the cornerstone of this prediction. Sitting fourth with 15 points, the Rossoneri have been solid if not spectacular, collecting two wins and two draws from their last five league fixtures. Bologna, by contrast, languish in 15th on just five points, having managed only one win in their previous five outings. That gulf in quality and consistency points firmly towards a home victory at 1.69.
The head-to-head record further strengthens the case for backing Milan. Across 39 meetings since 2003, the hosts have triumphed 26 times, while Bologna have managed a mere five victories. Three of Milan's last five encounters against this opponent ended in wins. Historical averages of 2.63 goals per match suggest this fixture tends to produce action, making 1.93 worth monitoring alongside the outright result.
Bologna's form reads poorly: one loss, one win, one draw, one loss, and another draw in their last five. Creative output and defensive organisation have been lacking, and travelling to one of Serie A's most intimidating venues will not simplify matters. Milan should have enough firepower and tactical structure to secure all three points. The home win at 1.69 is our primary selection for this fixture.
Trends to Know about AC Milan vs Bologna
- Milan won 26 of 39 past meetings
- Bologna claimed just five points overall
- Both teams scored in 51% of clashes
Form & Statistics: AC Milan vs Bologna
AC Milan
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Bologna
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Lineups: AC Milan vs Bologna
AC Milan
Starters
- 1 M. Maignan
- 2 Gila
- 3 Pavlović
- 4 Chukwueze
- 5 Musah
- 6 Rabiot
- 7 Estupiñán
- 8 Pulisic
- 9 Moreira
- 10 Ramos
Bench
- De Winter
- Loftus-Cheek
- Diawara
- Modrić
- Hutchinson
- Tomori
- Comotto
- Jashari
- Bartesaghi
- Paul Bouyer
- Cissè
- Camarda
- Torriani
Absent
- Matteo Gabbia (injury)
- Alexis Saelemaekers (injury)
- Filippo Terracciano (suspended)
- Warren Bondo (suspended)
Bologna
Starters
- 1 Ł. Skorupski
- 2 M. Darmian
- 3 N. Casale
- 4 A. Theate
- 5 N. Zortea
- 6 L. Ferguson
- 7 T. Pobega
- 8 Juan Miranda
- 9 F. Bernardeschi
- 10 N. Cambiaghi
- 11 R. Piccoli
Bench
- Pessina
- Helland
- Moro
- Amondarain
- Dovbyk
- El Azzouzi
- Libra
- Vitík
- De Silvestri
- Alhassane
- Happonen
- Franceschelli
- Giacomone
- Krasniqi
- Kusic
- Enem
- Mbangula
- Castaldo
Absent
- Roberto Piccoli (injury)
- Riccardo Orsolini (injury)
- Emil Holm (injury)
Low confidence
Both lineups carry a speculated tag, drawn from matches played nearly a fortnight ago, so treat these XIs as informed projections rather than settled fact. That said, the tactical picture is intriguing: Milan's 3-4-2-1 places Pulisic and Moreira in the half-spaces behind a lone striker, demanding discipline from Bologna's matching 3-4-3 shape.
The mirror-image back threes set up a fascinating midfield battle, with Rabiot and Musah needing to contain the energy of Ferguson and Pobega. Bernardeschi drifting inside could be the key variable, testing Milan's wing-backs in transitions across a wide San Siro pitch.
AC Milan vs Bologna: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
How to Watch AC Milan vs Bologna Match?
What time is AC Milan vs Bologna?
AC Milan host Bologna at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on 28 October 2026, with kickoff set for 17:30 BST.
Where is AC Milan vs Bologna being played?
This fixture takes place at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milan, Italy.
How Can I Watch AC Milan vs Bologna on TV and Live Stream?
AC Milan vs Bologna will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network and streamed via JioCinema in India.
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