Serie A: Parma vs. Milan – probable line-ups and where to watch on TV

Milan confirm Rafael Leao and Christopher Nkunku to lead the attack at Parma, with Koni De Winter preferred to Tomori and Pervis Estupinan returning. Betting angle: Milan’s settled front three and Modric’s midfield form favour backing Milan -1 (handicap) or Milan to win and Over 1.5 goals; Parma’s Cutrone/Pellegrino threat keeps both teams to score a viable alternative.

Parma vs Milan Preview – Serie A at Stadio Tardini

Kickoff is set for 20:45 CET (19:45 GMT). Milan travel to Parma with a forward pairing intact as Massimiliano Allegri keeps faith in Rafael Leao and Christopher Nkunku. Parma will rely on Mateo Pellegrino and academy graduate Patrick Cutrone to unsettle the visitors at the Tardini.

Team News and Starting XI Decisions

Milan

Coach has opted for continuity up front, naming Leao and Nkunku to start their second consecutive match together. Koni De Winter is expected to be preferred over Fikayo Tomori as the center-back pairing is adjusted due to fitness concerns. Pervis Estupinan returns to the starting XI after nearly a month out, and Luka Modric will make his 11th straight Serie A start, anchoring the midfield.

Parma

Parma set up in a 4-4-2 shape, with Adrian Benedyczak and Adrian Bernabé tasked with providing width. Mateo Pellegrino leads the line alongside Patrick Cutrone as the home side look to exploit Milan on the break. Christian Chivu is available for Parma but is expected to begin on the bench and could feature in the second half.

Tactical Matchups to Watch

Milan’s attacking balance — pace from Leao combined with Nkunku’s link play — will test Parma’s backline, especially with De Winter marshaling the centre. Parma will aim to attack through Cutrone and Pellegrino, forcing Milan to be compact and disciplined in transitions. Modric’s role in controlling tempo could prove decisive in unlocking Parma’s defensive block.

Probable Line-ups

Parma (4-4-2)

Suzuki; Delprato, Ndiaye, Valenti, Britschgi; Bernabé, Keita, Sorensen, Benedyczak; Cutrone, Pellegrino.

Milan (3-5-2)

Maignan; De Winter, Gabbia, Pavlovic; Saelemaekers, Fofana, Modric, Ricci, Estupinan; Leao, Nkunku.

Parma vs. Milan – where to watch on TV

The match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 2 and DAZN in the UK and Ireland and on Paramount+ in the USA.

Betting Implications

Milan’s settled attack and Modric’s midfield consistency suggest value in backing Milan on the result with an Asian handicap (Milan -0.75 / -1) or Milan to win and Over 1.5 goals. Parma’s central strike duo keeps both teams to score as a realistic alternative market. Consider line-up confirmations before placing wagers.

Massimiliano Allegri will confirm Rafael Leao and Christopher Nkunku in the Milan attack this evening...

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