Days after optimism around AC Milan started simmering, Genoa turned it off. Milan beat Juventus 1-0 on Saturday, but lost to Genoa two days later. The 3-0 defeat at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris was Milan’s heaviest of the season, and the fact it happened immediately after their best result is a case in point.
Milan were already considered Scudetto challengers following their Juve victory. Although manager Vincenzo Montella quickly put aside any title thoughts, there was no stopping the Milan enthusiasts from dreaming.
The Scudetto?