Liam Duckstein
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AC Milan host Inter Milan in the Italian Serie A on Saturday 31 October 2026, and our predicted lineups for both sides point to two squads that have settled into clear patterns over recent matches. Ahead of kickoff, the picture is one of continuity rather than guesswork: both coaches have leaned on largely the same group, which makes this week’s projected XIs more stable than most. Here is how we expect each manager to line up before the official team news lands.
Predicted AC Milan Line-up
AC Milan are projected in a 3-4-2-1, the shape Ruben Amorim prefers, and the data backs that up: this is a settled side – 10 of the projected XI started their last match. Mike Maignan and Strahinja Pavlovic stand out at the back of that picture, each having started all six matches used to build this projection, underlining how little Amorim has had to change at either end of his defensive line. Further forward there is more rotation, but the spine of the team looks well established heading into this one. Expect the same structural approach even with squad depth tested elsewhere.
AC Milan predicted XI: Mike Maignan; Strahinja Pavlovic, Koni De Winter, Fikayo Tomori; Omari Hutchinson, Ardon Jashari, Yunus Musah, Davide Bartesaghi, Alphadjo Cissè, Christian Pulisic; Gonçalo Ramos
| Line | # | Player | Starts in last 6 | Last 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | 16 | Mike Maignan | 6/6 | 3/3 |
| D | 31 | Strahinja Pavlovic | 6/6 | 3/3 |
| D | 5 | Koni De Winter | 5/6 | 3/3 |
| D | 23 | Fikayo Tomori | 4/6 | 3/3 |
| M | 20 | Omari Hutchinson | 4/6 | 3/3 |
| M | 30 | Ardon Jashari | 4/6 | 3/3 |
| M | 80 | Yunus Musah | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 33 | Davide Bartesaghi | 3/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 70 | Alphadjo Cissè | 3/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 11 | Christian Pulisic | 3/6 | 1/3 |
| F | 9 | Gonçalo Ramos | 4/6 | 2/3 |
Inter Milan Predicted Lineup
Inter Milan’s expected XI is built around Cristian Chivu’s favoured 3-5-2, and the side is largely settled, with 9 of the projected XI starting their last match. Ivan Provedel’s involvement is the more notable selection point in goal, with only two starts across the six matches used here, a lower figure than most of his outfield teammates and a sign that the goalkeeping jersey has not been as fixed as the rest of the shape. At the other end, Marcus Thuram has started every one of the six matches considered, making him the most consistent name in this projection. The midfield five and back three otherwise show a clear pattern of regular involvement.
Inter Milan predicted XI: Ivan Provedel; Alessandro Bastoni, Yann Bisseck, Carlos Augusto; Federico Dimarco, Andy Diouf, Petar Sučić, Nicolò Barella, Hakan Çalhanoğlu; Marcus Thuram, Ange-Yoan Bonny
| Line | # | Player | Starts in last 6 | Last 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | 49 | Ivan Provedel | 2/6 | 2/3 |
| D | 95 | Alessandro Bastoni | 5/6 | 3/3 |
| D | 31 | Yann Bisseck | 5/6 | 2/3 |
| D | 30 | Carlos Augusto | 4/6 | 3/3 |
| M | 32 | Federico Dimarco | 5/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 17 | Andy Diouf | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 8 | Petar Sučić | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 23 | Nicolò Barella | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 20 | Hakan Çalhanoğlu | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| F | 9 | Marcus Thuram | 6/6 | 3/3 |
| F | 14 | Ange-Yoan Bonny | 2/6 | 2/3 |
Injuries and Suspensions
Adrien Rabiot, Matteo Gabbia, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Samuel Chukwueze, Diego Moreira, Alexis Saelemaekers and Mario Gila are out injured, a list that hits AC Milan’s midfield options hardest given four of those names play there, while Gabbia and Gila’s absences also leave central defence shorter than usual. Pervis Estupinan, who has started three of the six matches used in this projection, looks the most obvious candidate from the bench to step in and add cover, whether across the back line or in a wider role.
| Player | Pos | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adrien Rabiot | M | injured | Calf Injury |
| Matteo Gabbia | D | injured | Thigh problems |
| Ruben Loftus-Cheek | M | injured | Thigh problems |
| Samuel Chukwueze | M | injured | Hip injury |
| Diego Moreira | M | injured | Thigh problems |
| Alexis Saelemaekers | F | injured | Sprained ankle |
| Mario Gila | D | injured | Sprained ankle |
John Stones, Luis Henrique, Lautaro Martínez, Curtis Jones and Benjamin Pavard are out injured for Inter Milan, a group that affects both the defensive and attacking lines. Manuel Akanji, with four starts in the sample used here, is the bench option best placed to fill in, particularly given the defensive nature of several absences.
| Player | Pos | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Stones | D | injured | Muscle bruise |
| Luis Henrique | F | injured | Thigh Muscle Strain |
| Lautaro Martínez | F | injured | Thigh problems |
| Curtis Jones | M | injured | Thigh problems |
| Benjamin Pavard | D | injured | Thigh problems |
How We Predict These XIs
Each predicted lineup here is built from the last six matches on record for AC Milan and Inter Milan, with more recent matches weighted more heavily than older ones when deciding who is most likely to start. Players confirmed as injured or suspended are removed from selection entirely before the projection is built. This is our expected XI, not an announced team sheet, and it can change once the official line-ups are confirmed closer to kickoff.
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FAQ
What formation are AC Milan and Inter Milan expected to use?
AC Milan’s predicted lineup is built in a 3-4-2-1, Ruben Amorim’s preferred shape, while Inter Milan are projected in Cristian Chivu’s favoured 3-5-2.
Who is predicted to start in goal for each side?
Mike Maignan is projected in goal for AC Milan after starting all six matches used in this sample, while Ivan Provedel is the projected Inter Milan goalkeeper despite having only two starts across the same period.
Who is unavailable for AC Milan vs Inter Milan?
AC Milan are without Adrien Rabiot, Matteo Gabbia, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Samuel Chukwueze, Diego Moreira, Alexis Saelemaekers and Mario Gila, all out injured, while Inter Milan are missing John Stones, Luis Henrique, Lautaro Martínez, Curtis Jones and Benjamin Pavard, also through injury.
When are AC Milan vs Inter Milan predicted lineups and team news for this match?
This AC Milan vs Inter Milan fixture and its predicted lineups and team news relate to the Italian Serie A match on Saturday 31 October 2026.