Mansion Sports - Matchweek 2 of the 2025/26 Serie A campaign will see Lecce host AC Milan at the Stadio Ettore Giardiniero in Apulia. 

The clash is set for Friday, August 29, 2025, with kick-off scheduled at 2:45 p.m. local time. This encounter is expected to draw significant attention as Milan aim to bounce back, while Lecce look to prove their consistency.

Pressure Mounting on Massimiliano Allegri

The opening-day defeat to Cremonese has placed Massimiliano Allegri under immediate scrutiny. 

Supporters are demanding swift improvements, and the away trip to Lecce may serve as a potential turning point for the Rossoneri. 

Allegri must ensure that his side show sharper attacking intent and defensive solidity if he is to ease the mounting pressure on his leadership.

Lecce Determined to Compete

Despite being labeled as underdogs, Lecce approach the match with encouraging momentum. They secured a draw against Genoa and progressed in the Coppa Italia after eliminating Juve Stabia. 

However, the absence of Gaby Jean and Filip Marchwinski slightly diminishes their overall strength heading into this contest.

AC Milan Without Rafael Leao

For Milan, the loss of Rafael Leao represents a major setback, as his absence significantly reduces creativity in the attacking third. 

Allegri is expected to continue experimenting with a 3-5-2 formation as he searches for the most effective combination. 

The team’s ability to convert chances will be crucial if they hope to return from Apulia with all three points.

Predicted Lineups for Lecce vs AC Milan 2025

Lecce (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: Wladimiro Falcone
• Defenders: Marin Veiga, Federico Gaspar, Tiago Gabriel, Antonino Gallo
• Midfielders: Lassana Coulibaly, Ylber Ramadani, Kristjan Berisha
• Forwards: Lameck Banda, Francesco Camarda, José Antonio "Tete" Morente Oliva
• Head Coach: Eusebio Di Francesco

Team News:

• Gaby Jean (injured)
• Filip Marchwinski (injured)

AC Milan (3-5-2)

• Goalkeeper: Mike Maignan
• Defenders: Fikayo Tomori, Matteo Gabbia, Strahinja Pavlovic
• Midfielders: Alexis Saelemaekers, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Luka Modric, Youssouf Fofana, Pervis Estupinan
• Forwards: Santiago Gimenez, Christian Pulisic
• Head Coach: Massimiliano Allegri

Team News:

• Rafael Leao (injured)
• Noah Torriani (doubtful)
• Ardon Jashari (doubtful)

Conclusion

This fixture is far more than just another league match. Lecce will look to make a statement in front of their home supporters, while AC Milan desperately need to recover after a disappointing start. 

With the predicted lineups for Lecce vs AC Milan 2025 now revealed, the stage is set to see which side can be more clinical in front of goal.

The key question remains: will Milan find their way back to winning form, or will Lecce spring a surprise against the Rossoneri?