AFC Bournemouth vs AC Milan Predictions

• Bournemouth have six points from two Europa League games
• The Cherries have won three of their six home games this season across all competitions
• Milan have three draws in their last four away

Cherries can claim historic win

Bournemouth have made an excellent start to their European bid with a win at Real Sociedad and a 4-0 success over Sturm Graz, but a victory over Italian heavyweights AC Milan would eclipse those achievements.

Thursday’s game is the clear highlight of Bournemouth’s league phase assignments and with home advantage they can pick up a memorable win over the Rossoneri.

The Cherries have won their last two home games, while Milan are yet to really hit their stride on the road as they have three draws in their last four trips.

The Rossoneri lost at home to Benfica in their opening league phase game and are probably prioritising their Serie A bid right now. In contrast, the Europa League is a clear priority for Bournemouth as they are competing in Europe for the first time in their history, so Thursday’s game is a far bigger occasion for the hosts.

With home advantage, Bournemouth can claim a memorable win but the contest should be a close one. Milan are yet to draw a blank on their travels in any competition and haven’t conceded more than twice in any game so a 2-1 home win has a chance in the correct score market.

Evanilson has hit form for Bournemouth as he has scored in three consecutive games. The Brazilian looks a strong contender for an anytime effort against Milan on Thursday.