Torino vs AC Milan - Serie A

The Serie A returns to the home ground on August 23, 2026, where Torino and AC Milan will lock horns in a contest that could shape their respective campaigns. Chelsea take on Serie A giants Juventus in Hong Kong this morning in the latest fixture on their pre-season tour of Asia.

The standings paint a clear picture: Torino in 14th, AC Milan in 6th, and both keen to climb. The hosts have struggled for consistency, LLDWW in their last five pointing to a win rate of 25%. The visitors have been picking up results steadily, DDWWL over their last five with a campaign win rate of 50%. Where Torino have leaned on defensive discipline, AC Milan have often taken the initiative going forward, and that stylistic difference should shape the contest. The 24-year-old finished first in one of Arsenal's big pre-season testing challenges - a 1.4km run at full pace.

How the two sides approach the contest strategically will be key. Torino will want to control proceedings in front of their own supporters, while AC Milan will back themselves to cause problems on the break. Chelsea have been encouraged to consider a surprise move for Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, with former Red Devils midfielder Quinton Fortune believing the Cameroon international could suit their style of football.

All eyes will be on the league's leading marksman D. Malen, whose 6 goals this season make him the standout threat and a player capable of deciding the outcome on his own. Set-piece specialists and aerial threats on both sides mean dead-ball situations could carry outsized importance. Everton also want to sign a striker as they search for a more consistent source of goals with neither Thierno Barry nor Beto delivering on that front so far.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. AC Milan look well-equipped to take the points on the road, with a 1-2 victory well within their reach. Whatever the outcome, the Serie A fixture promises a meaningful contest with real implications for both clubs. A more central role appears likely given the sale of Youri Tielemans to Manchester United and the anterior cruciate ligament injury suffered by Amadou Onana at the World Cup.