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Early Cissè and Pulišić goals give Milan 2-1 win over Genoa in Serie A

AC Milan scored twice inside 19 minutes and held on at the Luigi Ferraris despite a late Ellertsson reply.

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 11:43 AM
Early Cissè and Pulišić goals give Milan 2-1 win over Genoa in Serie A
Key Things to Know
  • AC Milan defeated Genoa 2-1 away thanks to early goals from Alphadjo Cissè and Christian Pulišić.
  • Mikael Ellertsson scored Genoa's lone goal in the 88th minute off an assist from Tommaso Baldanzi.
  • The victory places Ruben Amorim's AC Milan fourth in Serie A with 24 points from 11 matches.
The Story in 60 Seconds

AC Milan earned a 2-1 away victory over Genoa at the Luigi Ferraris on Sunday in Serie A matchday 11. Early goals from Alphadjo Cissè and Christian Pulišić put Ruben Amorim's side ahead within the opening 19 minutes. Mikael Ellertsson pulled one back for Genoa in the 88th minute, but Milan held on to secure all three points.

The defeat halted a three-match winning run for Daniele De Rossi's Genoa side, who registered 17 shots compared to Milan's six. Despite the pressure, Milan controlled 62% possession to claim the win. The victory moves Milan into fourth place on 24 points, five behind leaders Lazio.

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