Milan can work the ball into both wide lanes, with Modrić and Rabiot connecting the first pass to runners near the box. Atalanta have a direct answer through Rowe and De Ketelaere into Krstović. Regains and second balls give both teams another way to create a close chance, so the contest extends beyond which side keeps possession.
Milan's switches can bring Chukwueze or Hutchinson into the right lane and Moreira or Cissé into the left. Those deliveries test Atalanta's adapted central pair, Kristensen and Kolašinac, especially when Rabiot arrives inside. At the other end, Rowe and Bellanova can carry a quick release behind Milan's advanced wide player, with De Ketelaere supplying Krstović.
Atalanta are without Elmas, Raspadori and Kessié, removing familiar delivery, final-pass and midfield-running roles. Their squad still includes Rowe, Krstović, De Ketelaere and Scamacca. Milan are without Gabbia and Saelemaekers, while their club preview expects Modrić and Gila back and has Chukwueze available.
Atalanta's pressing creates a test of Milan's first pass; a clean Milan release can reach the space behind that press. If the visitors defend deeper, Milan can move from one wing to the other and attack the next ball after a clearance. Atalanta's quick releases and Milan's wide pressure give this match repeated routes into the box. That's why I'm siding with a higher-scoring Milan–Atalanta match.
