Milan to test Genoa

ROME. — Surprise title outsiders Genoa will face a test of their new-found mettle when they host Filippo Inzaghi’s AC Milan in the Italian Serie A tomorrow. At the start of the season, few would have expected Gian Piero Gasperini’s team to be sharing third position with Napoli after 13 matches.

But, boosted by the six league goals scored by striker Alessandro Matri, Genoa have turned into one of the most consistent sides in Italy.

“I must admit our position in the table gives me a good feeling,” said Gasperini. “We are already achieving beyond our expectations.”

Genoa have not been in the top four of Serie A since 1990-91 when they were coached by Osvaldo Bagnoli who also led Hellas Verona to the title in 1985. — AFP.;