AC Milan is preparing to face Bologna in the much-anticipated Coppa Italia final, scheduled for May 14 at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. This showdown comes after AC Milan eliminated Inter in a thrilling semifinals, while Bologna secured their spot by defeating Empoli.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, May 14
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy
- Live stream: Paramount+
- Odds: AC Milan +150; Draw +225; Bologna +185
Manager Insights
Sergio Conceicao opened up about his team, expressing hope for victory in what has been a challenging season. He stated, “A season is made up of episodes and moments… We have this immense pleasure of playing in a final and facing this beautiful team that is Bologna.”
Predicted Lineups
- AC Milan XI: Mike Maignan; Fikayo Tomori, Matteo Gabbia, Strahinja Pavlovic; Alex Jimenez, Youssouf Fofana, Tijani Reijnders, Theo Hernandez; Christian Pulisic, Luka Jovic, Rafael Leao.
- Bologna XI: Lukasz Skorupski; Lorenzo De Silvestri, Sam Beukema, John Lucumi, Juan Miranda; Remo Freuler, Lewis Ferguson, Jens Odgaard; Riccardo Orsolini, Santiago Castro, Nicolo Cambiaghi.
Key Player
Christian Pulisic, an American winger, looks to secure his second trophy with the club after an impressive season where he scored 17 goals and tallied 12 assists.
Storyline
While AC Milan is in fine form, questions loom over Conceicao’s future with the club even if they manage to win again. This Coppa Italia final represents not only a trophy but a potential pathway to the Europa League next season.
