The match started at high intensity, with Genoa coming close to scoring in the opening seconds through Osmajic. Milan responded quickly and took the lead in the 13th minute. Pulisic benefited from a mistake by Vasquez, passed to Rabiot, who assisted Cissé. The latter, with a precise shot from outside the box, beat Bijlow.
Just six minutes later, Milan doubled their lead. Another error by Marcandalli gave Gonçalo Ramos the chance to pass to Pulisic, who scored from close range to make it 0-2.
In the second half, the game was marked by tension and a slower tempo. Genoa tried to get back into the match, while Milan lost their composure after a number of decisions by the referee.
In the 89th minute, Ellertsson scored a spectacular goal from distance, briefly reopening the contest. However, the hosts were unable to equalise.
With this win, Milan move on to 24 points and remain close to the top, while Genoa stay on 13 points.