AC Milan vs Genoa LIVE Serie A updates - Rossoneri ahead in crucial game as title race heats up

"We’ve worked with great motivation and conviction: we know we have to give more," said the Milan boss.

"Genoa defend well and play a simple yet effective game. I think the result will mostly depend on the speed and tempo with which we produce certain pieces of play.

"We possess the qualities to win tomorrow. It isn’t the time to draw conclusions: we’ll take stock at the end."

He's supported by Rafael Leao and Franck Kessie, as the out-of-form Brahim Diaz is dropped to the bench.

Ismael Bennancer wasn't expected to be fit following a muscle injury but Milan's chances have been boosted by his inclusion in midfield.

As mentioned, Inter are currently leading Spezia at half-time, with Marcelo Brozovic grabbing the game's only goal. As it stands, the Nerazzurri are leading the Serie A table, a point above AC Milan who will reclaim their place at the summit with a win this evening.

That may be easier said than done: the Rossoneri have won only two of their last six league games at San Siro, their title credentials being seriously questioned in recent weeks.

Milan XI: Maignan, Calabria, Kalulu, Tomori, Theo Hernandez, Tonali, Bennacer, Saelemaekers, Kessie, Leao, Giroud.

Genoa XI: Sirigu, Hefti, Ostigard, Bani, Vasquez, Galdames, Badelj, Ekuban, Amiri, Frendrup, Piccoli.

Hello and welcome to Eurosport's LIVE text commentary of AC Milan's crucial Serie A clash with Genoa.

The Rossoneri's momentum has stalled in recent weeks and with rivals Inter currently leading at Spezia, Stefano Pioli's side need a victory to remain atop of the table.

Let's grab the team news ahead of this huge encounter, kick-off 20:00 GMT!