Juventus and AC Milan are set to face off in a highly anticipated Serie A encounter at the Allianz Stadium on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Both teams have started the season with perfect records, making this clash a potential early title decider.
Match details and significance
The third round of the 2026/27 Serie A season brings together two of Italy’s most storied clubs. Juventus, playing at home, will look to extend their winning start, while AC Milan aim to prove their title credentials on the road. The match is scheduled for 20:45 local time (18:45 GMT) at the Allianz Stadium in Turin.
Juventus’s solid start
The Bianconeri have been flawless so far, securing two victories without conceding a single goal. After a narrow 1-0 win at Frosinone on the opening day, they followed up with a convincing 2-0 home triumph over Parma on August 29. In that match, substitute Nicolás González broke the deadlock in the 62nd minute, and Teun Koopmeiners sealed the win with a late strike in the 88th minute. The defense, marshaled by Gleison Bremer, has been particularly impressive, and they will be tested by Milan’s potent attack.
AC Milan’s attacking flair
Milan also boasts a perfect record, having won both their opening matches. They started with a 2-1 victory at Torino, followed by a 2-0 home win against Venezia on August 28. Gonçalo Ramos opened the scoring in the 69th minute, and an own goal from Redouane Halhal in the closing stages confirmed the result. With six points from six, Milan’s dynamic attacking unit, orchestrated by Luka Modrić and Ramos, will pose a serious threat to Juventus’s unbeaten defense.
Head-to-head and recent form
Historically, matches between these two giants are tightly contested, with tactical discipline and high intensity. The last five meetings have produced just one win for each side, with three draws. The most recent encounter in April 2026 ended goalless at San Siro, and the previous one in October 2025 also finished 0-0 at the Allianz Stadium. Juventus’s only win in that period came in January 2025 (2-0), while Milan’s victory was in the Super Cup in January 2026 (2-1).
In terms of recent form, Juventus have won three of their last five matches across all competitions, with their only defeat coming in a pre-season friendly against Inter (1-2). Milan have also won three of their last five, including a 4-2 friendly victory over Manchester United, with their sole loss being a 3-0 reverse to Chelsea.
Team news and possible lineups
Juventus will be without Andrea Cambiaso, who picked up an injury in the win over Parma. Coach Luciano Spalletti has not yet confirmed his starting eleven, but the expected lineup is: Vicario; Kalulu, Bremer, Lucumi, Celik; Locatelli, Luiz; Conceicao, Gonzalez, Boga; Kolo Muani.
Milan, on the other hand, have no injury or suspension concerns. Coach Ruben Amorim is expected to field a strong side, with the probable lineup being: Maignan; Gila, De Winter, Pavlovic; Chukwueze, Modric, Musah, Bartesaghi; Rabiot, Cisse; Ramos.
Standings and what’s at stake
Both teams are level on six points, with Juventus sitting fifth due to goal difference, while Milan are fourth. Inter lead the table with nine points from three games. A win for either side would keep them in touch with the early pacesetters and send a strong message to their title rivals.
This match promises to be a classic Italian showdown, with Juventus’s rock-solid defense up against Milan’s free-scoring attack. Expect a tense, tactical battle that could be decided by a single moment of brilliance.
