Supercoppa Showdown: Napoli Faces Milan – Line-ups and TV Viewing Guide

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Supercoppa Showdown: Napoli Faces Milan – Line-ups and TV Viewing Guide

The highly anticipated Supercoppa Italiana semifinal sees Napoli face AC Milan in Riyadh. The match kicks off at 20:00 CET (19:00 GMT) today at the King Saud University Stadium.

Key Players and Line-Ups

Both teams are gearing up with notable players. For Milan, Christian Pulisic and Christopher Nkunku are expected to lead the attack. They will be supported by Luka Modric in central midfield. Davide Bartesaghi and Alexis Saelemaekers will occupy the wings.

Napoli’s lineup features Rasmus Hojlund, who has been in impressive form. Stanislav Lobotka will return to bolster the midfield. However, the team will miss key players such as Kevin De Bruyne, Billy Gilmour, Frank Zambo Anguissa, and Alex Meret due to injuries.

Injuries and Absentees

  • AC Milan:
    • Rafael Leao – training separately
    • Matteo Gabbia – injured, replaced by Koni De Winter
  • Napoli:
    • Kevin De Bruyne – injured
    • Billy Gilmour – injured
    • Frank Zambo Anguissa – injured
    • Alex Meret – injured

Television Viewing Information

Fans can catch the pivotal match on various platforms. In the UK and Ireland, it will be aired on Premier Sports 1. Viewers in the USA can watch on Paramount+. Moreover, Football Italia will provide live updates throughout the game.

Probable Line-Ups

Here are the expected starting formations for both teams:

Team Formation Key Players
Napoli 3-4-3 Milinkovic-Savic, Di Lorenzo, Hojlund
AC Milan 3-5-2 Maignan, Pulisic, Nkunku

This Supercoppa Italiana semifinal promises excitement as two top Italian teams clash for a chance to advance. Stay tuned for an electrifying evening of football.