The "Rajko Mitić" stadium is set to host the match between Serbian club Red Star Belgrade and its guest, Italian club AC Milan in the first leg of the Round of 32 in the Europa League.
AC Milan aims to secure a strong start in the Europa League against Red Star, seeking to compensate for the unexpected 0-2 loss they sustained against Spezia in the 22nd round of Serie A, which cost them the top spot in favor of their traditional rival, Inter Milan. AC Milan currently occupies second place in the Serie A standings with 49 points, while Inter Milan leads the table with 50 points.
Milan will welcome back Croatian player Ante Rebić after he recovered fully from a knee injury that caused him to miss the recent match against Spezia. Additionally, right-back Davide Calabria will also join the team for the match against Red Star after overcoming physical issues. Coach Stefano Pioli has called up 23 players for the match against Red Star, which includes the following lineup:
**Goalkeepers:** Gianluigi Donnarumma, Antonio Donnarumma, Tatarusanu
**Defenders:** Calabria, Dalot, Gabbia, Hernandez, Kalulu, Kjaer, Romagnoli, Tomori
**Midfielders:** Bennacer, Calhanoglu, Castillejo, Kessie, Krunic, Meite, Saelemaekers, Tonali
**Forwards:** Ibrahimovic, Mandzukic, Leao, Rebić
It is noteworthy that AC Milan qualified for the Round of 32 in the Europa League after finishing first in Group H with 13 points, while Red Star secured their spot as runner-up in Group L with 11 points.
The match is scheduled for tonight at 7:55 PM Mecca time and will be broadcast on bein sports HD5.
