Pioli explains Milan choices for Genoa trip

Stefano Pioli explains why he revamped the Milan assault for this journey to Genoa, together with the primary Luka Jovic begin, in a ‘aggressive and sophisticated league.’

It kicks off on the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, often known as Marassi, at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT).

You’ll be able to comply with all of the build-up and motion because it occurs on the LIVEBLOG.

Solely 50 hours in the past, Milan have been on a airplane flying again from Germany, the place they performed Borussia Dortmund within the Champions League on Wednesday night time.

“We’re accustomed to this fixture checklist now, taking part in each three days, so it was essential to arrange for a robust, intensive and aggressive workforce that has already crushed Lazio and Roma, together with a draw in opposition to Napoli,” Pioli informed Sky Sport Italia.

Inter have been held to a 2-2 draw at San Siro by Bologna this afternoon, regardless of taking a 2-0 lead within the opening 12 minutes.

Meaning a victory right here would see Milan go two factors clear on the high of the Serie A desk heading into the break for worldwide obligation.

Nevertheless, the Rossoneri have rotated the squad, together with a totally new trident assault leaving Rafael Leao, Christian Pulisic and Olivier Giroud on the bench.

“Each match is essential, as it is a very aggressive and sophisticated league. I don’t suppose in the end there will likely be an enormous hole between the highest 4 groups.”

It’s the first begin within the Rossoneri jersey for ex-Fiorentina and Actual Madrid centre-forward Jovic. Why did Pioli select him to steer the assault?

“I feel that is the best choice to method the sport with the proper aggression from the beginning. I even have squad stuffed with proficient gamers who have to play, whereas we’ve different choices who can come off the bench and step up the tempo.”

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