Stefano Pioli’s possible lineup against Newcastle – Rafael Leao returns to starting lineup

It will be a crucial match for Stefano Pioli's AC Milan outfit at the St. James' Park. The Rossoneri coach, has admitted in the latest press conference (read it in full here) that the showdown with Newcastle will be the most important match of the season. He said these words:

"We have already played many high-level matches, but this is definitely the most important one for this season."

For the much-awaited Champions League fixture, the AC Milan coach could deploy this lineup against Eddie Howe's team:

Maignan; Calabria, Tomori, Theo, Florenzi; Yunus Musah, Reijnders; Pulisic, Loftus-Cheek, Leao; Giroud.

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Here is the probable starting XIs for #NEWACM! 🔴⚫️

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