Italian giants AC Milan continue intensified preparations for the 2025-26 season with a trip to Australia to face A-League outfits Perth Glory. Ayomide Oguntimehin looks into July 31st clash and provides insights of the best betting odds.
Perth Glory vs AC Milan Match Preview
Perth Glory returned to action for the first time in over two months on Monday in the Australian Cup. The Glory entered the cup competition at the preliminary stages having endured a disappointing campaign in the 2024-25 season, as they finished bottom of the A-League standings. They defeated Central Coast Mariners 3-2 after extra-time in May, to book their spot in the round of 32 where they were eventually eliminated by Wellington Phoenix on penalties after a 1-1 draw un regular time.
AC Milan, on the other hand, also suffered disappointment in the 2024-25 season, finishing in eighth position on the league standings and losing the Coppa Italia final to Bologna. The Rossoneri began their preseason campaign with a narrow 1-0 loss to Arsenal in Singapore. In their second match, they recorded an impressive 4-2 win over English Premier League champions Liverpool, with Noah Okafor (2), Rafael Leao and Ruben Loftus-Cheek all on target in the victory. The Italian giants will hope to build on the result with another exceptional performance against the Australian side.
Perth Glory vs AC Milan Head to Head Record
This will be a first-ever meeting between both sides in any competition.
Recent Form: Perth Glory
The Glory have improved in recent outings, winning three of their last five matches. They scored more than once in three matches during this run, highlighting massive improvement in their attacking output. However, they have struggled defensively, having kept just one clean sheet in these matches.
Recent Form: AC Milan
AC Milan have also been impressive in recent outings, winning five of their last eight matches in all competitions. This run included impressive wins over Venezia, Genoa, Bologna, Monza and Liverpool in their last outing.
Milan have also displayed improvement in their attack, scoring multiple times in five games during this impressive run.
Player to Watch: Samuel Chukwueze (AC Milan)
The Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze impressed after coming on as a second half substitute in the victory over Liverpool, troubling the Reds defense with his blistering pace on the wings. The 26-year-old’s trickery will be crucial against Perth Glory, who are likely to adopt defensive pattern.
Best Betting Odds
- Over 2.5 Goals – 1.21 (via 1xBet)
Prediction
AC Milan’s attacking firepower and Perth Glory’s poor defense points towards a big-margin victory for the Italian side, with over three goals to be scored.
