Italian Serie A action sees AC Milan take on Verona at 19:30. AC Milan, with a squad amongst the league's elite, are in a prime position to challenge for the title this season. Their record of nine wins, five draws, and one loss in the first 15 matches places them second in the standings. They are close to the top spot. AC Milan are eager to secure points at home to consolidate their position and pursue the league leaders. They also need a victory to move past their recent mixed form. Verona, in contrast, are struggling, with two wins, six draws, and seven losses, leaving them in the relegation zone with 12 points, just one point above the relegation zone. Despite their recent wins against Fiorentina and Atalanta, their away form is a significant concern. The match also features a 'Over 2.5 Goals' betting line. Looking at team news, AC Milan will be without their key centre-back Malick Thiaw due to suspension. Defenders Mattia Gabbia and Marco Jiménez are long-term absentees, and Rafael Leão is a doubt. This reshuffles the defense. Verona have shown improvement recently, with two wins, one draw, and three losses in their last six matches, ending a four-match winless streak. However, their away performances have been poor, with one win, two draws, and three losses in their last six away games, conceding an average of 1.8 goals per game, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. Verona faces a significant injury crisis, with six key players unavailable, including defenders Pawel Dawidowicz and midfield player Ondrej Frank due to suspension, and the likes of Roberto Piccoli and Thomas Henry being long-term absentees. This weakens both their attacking and defensive capabilities, making them overly reliant on their lone striker.