12 April 2023 at 19:00
Match Summary
AC Milan defeated Napoli 1:0. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2022. Goals were scored by I. Bennacer 40′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. AC Milan had 47% possession while Napoli held 53%. AC Milan had 12 shots (2 on target) compared to 16 (6 on target) for Napoli. Expected goals: AC Milan 1.13 — Napoli 1.34. AC Milan made 2 substitutions, Napoli made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between AC Milan and Napoli — 1 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Brahim Díaz
Match Statistics
AC Milan had 47% possession against Napoli's 53%. AC Milan registered 12 shots (2 on target) while Napoli managed 16 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 3–10. Fouls committed: 16–13.
Lineups
AC Milan lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under S. Pioli, while Napoli deployed a 4-3-3 under L. Spalletti.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for AC Milan is 7.04, compared to 6.86 for Napoli. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. AC Milan's highest-rated starter is M. Maignan (7.20), while Napoli's best-rated player is A. Rrahmani (7.47).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of AC Milan have contributed 9 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Rafael Leão (9G). Napoli's starters account for 0 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
AC Milan deploy 4 defenders rated 6.99 on average, against Napoli's 4-man backline averaging 6.79. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
AC Milan field 5 midfielders averaging 6.94, versus Napoli's 3 rated 6.78. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
AC Milan start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Napoli averaging 6.76. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 84% for AC Milan and 87% for Napoli. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
AC Milan's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Napoli. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of AC Milan's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: Rafael Leão (26), oldest: M. Maignan (30)), while Napoli average 29.7 (youngest: E. Elmas (26), oldest: G. Di Lorenzo (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
AC Milan's starters average 29 league appearances each, versus 5 for Napoli. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: S. Pioli
Substitutes
Coach: L. Spalletti
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, AC Milan have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Napoli show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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AC Milan vs Napoli Head to Head Results
AC Milan and Napoli have met 35 times — AC Milan won 9, Napoli won 16, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Napoli leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 35 meetings. A combined 91 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.60 per match (41 for the home side, 50 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 19 matches (54%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 19 games (54%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2016.
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Recent Meetings (35)
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