AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim has implemented a significant tactical change for Sunday’s Serie A fixture away to Sassuolo, deploying a back four and reintroducing Diego Moriera to the starting XI. The confirmed line-ups for both sides have been released as they prepare to face off at the Mapei Stadium, part of a busy day of Italian top-flight football.
Milan’s Tactical Shift and Key Players
Ruben Amorim’s decision to switch to a back four marks a notable adjustment in Milan’s strategy. Gonçalo Ramos will lead the attack for the Rossoneri, supported by Christian Pulisic, who retains his place after a strong recent performance. Diego Moriera, who has impressed with three goals in his last two substitute appearances, earns a starting spot in the lineup.
The midfield will feature the established pairing of Adrien Rabiot and Yunus Musah. Defensively, Milan’s back four is set to comprise Mario Gila, Matteo Gabbia, Strahinja Pavlovic, and Pervis Estupinan. Milan enters this match with an impressive unbeaten record in Serie A under Amorim this season, having secured three wins and two draws from their opening five league games, including a convincing 3-0 victory over Lecce before the international break.
Sassuolo’s Attacking Line-up
Sassuolo, under the management of Alberto Aquilani, will rely on their potent front three of Domenico Berardi, Armand Lauriente, and Italy international Sebastiano Esposito to challenge Milan’s defence. The home side has made two changes to their starting XI, with Ignace Van der Brempt coming in at right-back and Vasilije Adzic joining the midfield. Sassuolo will be aiming to recover from a 2-1 defeat away to Monza before the international break, currently holding seven points from five games.
Serie A Round-up
Today’s Serie A schedule features five matches, with significant developments already unfolding in other fixtures. Lazio maintained their position at the top of the Serie A table alongside Inter, following their match against Monza where Andrea Pinamonti scored his first goal for the club. Meanwhile, Lecce found the net against Bologna, who were later reduced to 10 men due to an injury to Orsolini, leaving them without further substitutions.
The day’s other matches include Como against Roma and Cagliari hosting Juventus, contributing to a pivotal round of games in the Italian top flight.