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Serie A: Pisa vs AC Milan
Kickoff Time: 2026-02-14 03:45 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Daniele Mascolo
Pisa, a newly promoted team in the league, currently has a record of 1 win, 12 draws, and 11 losses, placing them 6 points away from 17th place, leading to significant relegation pressure. In the winter transfer window, the team strengthened its roster mainly by acquiring striker Rafiu Durosinmi, Chilean international midfielder Felipe Loyola, and center-back Rosen Bozhinov, among other stars. Durosinmi’s arrival enhances the team’s tactical and technical capabilities, as he stands at 1.92 meters tall with excellent heading ability. He has already scored one goal and provided one assist in limited playing time since joining. Statistics show that Pisa has an average possession rate of only 41%, the lowest in the league; they have an average of 30.8 clearances per game, ranking first; an average of 8.9 interceptions, ranking third; and an average of 10 tackles per game, ranking fourth in the league. Despite having strong defensive metrics, they have conceded 40 goals after 24 league matches. This indicates significant issues in the team’s construction direction, as relying solely on counter-attacking strategies makes it difficult to establish a foothold in Serie A.
AC Milan has played one fewer match and is 8 points behind league leaders Internazionale, still holding hopes for the league title. After entering 2026, the team’s point-gathering momentum has slowed down, achieving 3 wins and 3 draws in the last 6 league matches, with draws against relegation-threatened teams Genoa and Fiorentina. The main reason for this is the impact of injuries. The forward line has been particularly hard hit, with winger Christian Pulisic and striker Santiago Gimenez missing several matches. Pulisic, the team’s top scorer with 8 goals and 2 assists in the league, often poses a threat on the wing. To address the shortcoming in the forward line, the team has loaned German striker Niclas Füllkrug from West Ham United during the winter transfer window. He has scored goals in limited playing time and is gradually adapting to AC Milan’s tactics.
Statistically, AC Milan excels in midfield and forward coordination, having an average pass success rate of 87%, the highest in the league. So far this season, 14 players have scored in the league, and 12 players have provided assists. Of the 38 league goals, 25 have come from assists, showcasing AC Milan’s team spirit in collaboration.
From the tactical characteristics of both teams, Pisa will likely assume a defensive role while AC Milan will be the attacking side, leading to a potentially one-sided game. Given the significant gap in strength between the two teams, it is believed that AC Milan will not miss the opportunity to take all 3 points from this weaker opponent.
Pisa’s Last 5 Games: DLLDD
26-02-07 Hellas Verona 0-0 Pisa
26-01-31 Pisa 1-3 Sassuolo
26-01-24 Internazionale 6-2 Pisa
26-01-17 Pisa 1-1 Atalanta
26-01-10 Udinese 2-2 Pisa
AC Milan’s Last 5 Games: WDWWD
26-02-04 Bologna 0-3 AC Milan
26-01-26 AS Roma 1-1 AC Milan
26-01-19 AC Milan 1-0 Lecce
26-01-16 Como 1-3 AC Milan
26-01-11 Fiorentina 1-1 AC Milan
Head-to-Head Records:
25-10-25 AC Milan 2-2 Pisa
Prediction: AC Milan wins away