Pioli expected to change formation for Milan’s clash against Napoli

Stefano Pioli will go back to basics for AC Milan’s clash against Napoli after the international break. Instead of three men at the back, he’s expected to use his usual favourite formation, the 4-2-3-1.

The manager originally switched to a three-man backline to stop the leaking at the back, with Milan conceding a tremendous amount at the start of 2023. The switch has worked in that sense, but it has also hurt the Rossoneri’s attack a lot.

Therefore, for the game against Napoli, Pioli will revert to the 4-2-3-1 formation as per Gazzetta Dello Sport. Davide Calabria will get the chance from start and his task will be to stop Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, just like in the reverse fixture.

The captain did well back then but unfortunately got a yellow card at the stroke of half-time. Pioli decided to bring on Sergin Dest and the American lost a duel with the Napoli star immediately, resulting in a penalty.

Using the 4-2-3-1 formation should also help the attack a lot. Rafael Leao has been too central in the last few weeks and Milan need him out on the flank, where he can cause the most damage.