AC Milan and Genoa finished level at 1-1 in a tense Serie A encounter at the San Siro on January 9, 2026. The Rossoneri dropped two precious points in the title race as a stubborn Genoa side held on for a valuable draw. Milan dominated possession and took the lead in the first half through a close-range finish. Genoa, however, grew into the game and scored a spectacular equalizer from a direct free-kick that left the goalkeeper rooted to the spot. Milan laid siege to the Genoa goal in the final twenty minutes, hitting the woodwork twice, but they were unable to find a winning goal. The draw halted Milan's winning momentum and allowed their rivals to close the gap at the top, while Genoa celebrated a hard-earned point.