Genoa vs AC Milan - Serie A

Genoa prepare to host AC Milan at the home ground on May 17, 2026, with both sides eager to assert their credentials and claim a result that could define their Serie A season. Manchester United drew 1-1 with Paris Saint-Germain in their fourth pre-season fixture of the summer on Saturday.

There is little to choose between Genoa and AC Milan on paper, and the Serie A encounter should reflect that balance. Genoa are still searching for momentum, DLLL in their last five and a season win rate of just 0%. AC Milan have travelled reasonably well, DDLLW over their last five with a season win rate of 50%. The contrast in attacking output — 0.5 versus 1.75 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. Rodri's future remains one of the major talking points as Barcelona step up interest in the World Cup winner.

Stylistically, this is a compelling matchup. Genoa favour a patient, possession-based approach, whereas AC Milan are at their most dangerous when allowed to hit quickly on the counter. Speaking on his YouTube channel, he said: "If I’m Manchester United right now, I say press the green button and buy him, take him, right now.

Individual moments of quality could tip the balance. Both sides possess players capable of producing something out of nothing, and a single flash of brilliance may be all that separates them. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. Signing a central defender is not seen as a priority despite Jeremy Jacquet and Giovanni Leoni coming off the back of long-term lay-offs.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. With the sides so closely matched, a 2-2 stalemate looks the most likely way this one ends. With positions in the Serie A table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Liverpool's midfield wasn't great last year but I expect Florian Wirtz to have a better season, 100 per cent.