Torino and AC Milan open their Italy Serie A 2026/27 campaigns in the first round of the season. The match kicks off on Sunday, August 23, at 19:45 (GMT).
Both teams are keen to start strongly, especially given their inconsistent form at the end of the last season. This prediction for Torino vs. AC Milan suggests a hard-fought contest, as a strong opening-day performance can significantly influence their trajectory for the season.
Find out where to watch the match and what our expert predictions are, as well as the expected lineups for today’s encounter.
Match Overview - Torino vs. AC Milan
- Torino kick off their Serie A campaign at home, hoping to secure a positive result in front of their fans to start the season on the right foot.
- AC Milan travel to Turin aiming to make a strong statement in their opening match after a pre-season filled with challenging friendly fixtures.
- The head-to-head history between these two clubs is closely contested, with Milan holding a narrow advantage in the last ten meetings, promising a competitive start to the season for both.
Head-to-Head Record
- In the last 10 head-to-head clashes, AC Milan have a narrow advantage with four wins to Torino’s three.
- Three of the last 10 encounters between the two clubs have ended in a draw, showing their competitive balance.
- These fixtures have often been entertaining, with an average of exactly 3.0 goals scored per game across the last 10 meetings.
- Torino enter the season in decent form, having lost just three of their previous 10 matches in all competitions.
- AC Milan’s recent results have been inconsistent, as they have only managed to win three of their last 10 outings.
Torino's Mixed Form and Full Squad Strength
Torino enters the new Italy Serie A 2026/27 season after a mixed pre-season but started their competitive campaign well. A 1-0 victory against Carrarese in the Coppa Italia provides a solid foundation.
Their form was similarly unpredictable at the end of the last campaign. The team secured commendable draws against Juventus and Internazionale but also suffered defeats against Cagliari and Udinese.
A significant boost for the hosts is having a fully fit squad to choose from. With no injuries, the manager has all options available, which could be a key factor in this opening match.
AC Milan's Inconsistent Form and Full-Strength Squad
AC Milan begins the Italy Serie A 2026/27 season following a mixed pre-season. They secured a 4-2 victory over Manchester United but also faced a 3-0 defeat against Chelsea, showing varied form. This inconsistency extends to their overall performance, with the Rossoneri recording 8 wins, 8 losses, and 5 draws in their last 21 matches across all competitions.
Their recent Serie A 2025 games further highlight this unpredictable run, including a 2-1 home loss to Cagliari and a narrow 2-1 away win against Genoa. Positively, AC Milan enters this opening fixture with a fully fit squad. This provides the manager with all options to select the strongest possible lineup for a positive start.
Torino vs. AC Milan Prediction: Rossoneri to start with a win
AC Milan begins the new Italy Serie A 2026/27 season with mixed form, but their quality squad can secure a result on the road. Considering the history of this Derby della Mole, combining an away win or draw with "Over 1.5 goals" (ruko ID 33) presents an interesting betting opportunity.
Torino will rely on their home advantage for a positive start, yet their own inconsistent results could pose a challenge. We expect the visitors to start strongly; they could even take the lead by halftime, a market priced at 2.28 (ruko ID 134), to establish early control.
Given the current form of both teams, this opening match is tough to predict. However, AC Milan’s superior quality and a slight head-to-head edge make them the favorites. Therefore, our main tip is for AC Milan to win, priced at 1.70.
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| Double Chance & Over/Under | AC Milan or Draw and Over 1.5 goals | |
| Money Line | AC Milan to be winning at half time | |
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
Where to Watch Torino vs. AC Milan
For those wondering where to watch Torino vs. AC Milan:
- TV: TNT Sports 1
- Streaming: discovery+, HBO Max
Torino vs. AC Milan Predicted Lineups
As the Italy Serie A 2026/27 season kicks off, both teams will be aiming to make a strong impression. The probable Torino lineup is expected to be organised to maximise their chances of a home victory. On the other side, the AC Milan lineup will likely feature a balanced selection of players, as they also look to start their campaign with a positive result. With no significant injury concerns for either squad, both managers have plenty of tactical options to consider for this opening match.
Torino
D. Mascardi; Eray Cömert, P. Comuzzo, Saúl Coco; A. Cacciamani, G. Gineitis, K. Fitz-Jim, Marcus Pedersen, C. Casadei; G. Simeone, Vlašić.
AC Milan
F. Terracciano; De Winter, S. Pavlović, Estupiñán, A. Cissè; Ardon Jashari, R. Loftus-Cheek, Y. Musah; S. Chukwueze, Gonçalo Ramos, L. Torriani.
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Torino vs. AC Milan
- Competition: Italy Serie A 2026/27
- Date: 23/08/2026
- Kick-off: 19:45 (GMT)
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