Fri Jan 02 18:50:00 UTC 2026: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

AC Milan to Kick Off 2026 Against Cagliari in Crucial Serie A Clash

Cagliari, Italy – AC Milan will begin the new year with a challenging away fixture against Cagliari on January 2, 2026, at 20:45 CET. The highly anticipated Matchday 18 clash at the Unipol Domus Stadium is set to be a pivotal moment in the 2025/26 Serie A season, with both teams eager to secure valuable points as the league approaches its halfway mark.

The Rossoneri, under the guidance of Coach Allegri, are coming off a confidence-boosting 3-0 victory over Hellas Verona, solidifying their position near the top of the league table. The team aims to maintain their momentum against Pisacane’s Cagliari side, with the potential return of key players Rafa Leão and Matteo Gabbia from the bench. However, the availability of Pulisic and Pavlović remains uncertain due to late fitness concerns. Santiago Gimenez and Christopher Nkunku will miss out.

“Tomorrow’s match will be difficult,” Allegri stated in a pre-match press conference. “Cagliari play good football and did very well against Torino. We’ll need to remain concentrated for the entire match.”

Cagliari, showing recent signs of improvement with two wins in their last four matches, will be looking to leverage their home advantage. Their recent 2-1 victory over Torino, fueled by Semih Kılıçsoy’s goals, demonstrates their fighting spirit. However, they will be without Belotti, Felici, and Folorunsho.

Match Details:

  • Teams: Cagliari vs. AC Milan
  • Date: January 2, 2026
  • Time: 20:45 CET
  • Venue: Unipol Domus Stadium, Cagliari

Viewing Information:

  • Italy: DAZN, Sky, NOW
  • International: Check local listings via AC Milan on TV section.
  • Milan TV: Live stream from 20:00 CET, followed by player interviews and Coach Allegri’s press conference.

Referee: Rosario Abisso

Current Serie A Standings (Top Teams): Inter (36 points), AC Milan (35 points), Napoli (34 points), Roma (33 points).

About AC Milan:

AC Milan is one of the most successful football clubs in the world, boasting a rich history and passionate fanbase. They are determined to continue their success in the 2025/26 Serie A season.

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