AC Milan pulled off a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Genoa on Monday in the Italian Serie A, keeping their hopes for a Champions League spot alive.
Genoa Strikes First, But Milan Responds Quickly
Genoa’s substitute Vitinha scored just a minute after coming onto the pitch, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead in the 61st minute. However, AC Milan equalized in the 76th minute when Rafael Leão’s powerful shot deflected into the net.
Only a minute later, Genoa captain Morten Frendrup accidentally scored an own goal, handing Milan the win and turning the match on its head.
Champions League Hope Still Alive
With this result, AC Milan now sits in ninth place with 57 points from 35 matches. Although still outside the top four, the gap to a Champions League spot has been reduced to just six points with three games remaining.
Juventus currently occupies fourth place, tied on points with Roma and Lazio.
AC Milan’s Final Fixtures
The Rossoneri face a challenging final stretch with three matches left: against Bologna, Roma, and bottom-placed Monza. To secure a place in Europe’s top competition, AC Milan must win all remaining games and hope for favorable results elsewhere.
Struggles Continue for Genoa
Genoa, on the other hand, has now suffered three consecutive losses and sits in 13th place with 39 points. Their focus will likely shift to ending the season on a positive note.
The thrilling performance proves that AC Milan is not ready to give up on their European dreams just yet!
