AC Milan news

Few strikers have bridged eras and philosophies quite like Hernan Crespo, the Argentine who thrived under football’s finest minds. From Carlo Ancelotti’s calm mentorship at Parma and AC Milan to Jose Mourinho’s fiery motivation at Chelsea and Inter, Crespo experienced both tenderness and tenacity in leadership. Now a coach himself, he blends these lessons and teachings with empathy, pushing with passion, and inspiring with precision.

AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri fired back at pundit Christian Vieri over his tactical decisions in the 2-1 win against Fiorentina. Allegri defended his choice to start the Portuguese winger Rafael Leao over Santi Gimenez and clarified the penalty-taking order as the Rossoneri went top of Serie A for the first time in over a year, enjoying a one-point lead.

AC Milan legend Alessandro Costacurta has praised midfielder Luka Modric for the leadership and charisma he has brought to a team that needed revitalisation and lacked personality. Costacurta believes players like Modric and Adrien Rabiot don’t just play football but teach it, and their leadership has added a vital dimension to a Milan team already rich in technical quality.

Former USMNT goalkeeper Tim Howard raised questions over AC Milan’s potential reluctance to release Christian Pulisic for the upcoming November international break following his injury. He suggested that the club’s handling of Pulisic’s injury could be a strategic move to limit the forward's availability for the U.S.

How to watch the Serie A match between Hellas Verona and AC Milan, as well as kick-off time and team news.