There are going to be two minutes of stoppage time. Milan are almost there.
88'
Biglia returns to Stadio Olimpico where he made over 100 appearances during a four-year spell with Lazio between 2013 and 2017.
86'
L. Biglia enters the game and replaces F. Kessié.
Kessie is given a breather by Milan as he goes off to be replaced by Lucas Biglia.
84'
Pioli said in his pre-match press conference that his Milan side had changed since their defeat by Lazio in November. The way his players have risen to the occasion today have certainly justified those comments.
81'
Lucas Paquetá gets yellow.
Paqueta is booked after accidentally catching an opponent with his trailing arm.
78'
J. Lukaku gets yellow.
Lukaku receives the first yellow card of the game after catching Saelemaekers late.
75'
You have to go back to May 2019 for the last time Lazio were beaten at home in Serie A. Barring a miraculous fightback in the final quarter of an hour, that record will go today.
72'
D. Calabria enters the game and replaces A. Conti.
A second Milan change in quick succession sees Calabria replace Conti.
71'
R. Krunić enters the game and replaces G. Bonaventura.
Bonaventura is given a well-earned rest as Rade Krunic comes on in his place.
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67'
D. Anderson enters the game and replaces S. Milinković-Savić.
Another change for Lazio with Djavan Anderson coming on for Milinkovic-Savic.
66'
Lazio may be chasing the title, but let's not forget that Milan have an agenda of their own as they aim to secure a Europa League place for next season. They have certainly shown the necessary qualities today.
64'
D. Cataldi enters the game and replaces J. Correa.
Lazio turn to the bench and Correa's day is over. He goes off to be replaced by Danilo Cataldi.
59'
A. Rebić has scored a goal for AC Milan! Assist by G. Bonaventura.
REBIC!!! 3-0! The three points could well be in the bag now! After receiving the ball from Hernandez on the edge of the area, Bonaventura demonstrates terrific awareness to pick out Rebic. The Croatian timed his run well to avoid the offside, before calmly slotting home.
Bonaventura showed great awareness to pick out Rebic.
57'
That goal may not have counted but those are good signs for Lazio. They boast plenty of pace on the counter and must look to use that to their advantage.
55'
J. Lukaku enters the game and replaces Jony.
D. Vavro enters the game and replaces Ş. Radu.
Meanwhile, Denis Vavro is introduced in favour of Radu.
A double-change from the hosts. The first sees Jony make way for Jordan Lukaku.
51'
At the other end, Milan are awarded a free-kick in a dangerous position after Bonaventura is brought down to the right of the penalty area.
49'
Adekanye is involved immediately as he links up with Correa following a brisk Lazio counter. The latter gets his shot away but Donnarumma gathers.
48'
In pointing to the spot for Milan's second goal, referee Calvarese has now awarded five penalties in Serie A this season. Ironically, the 44-year-old was also in charge for the reverse meeting between the sides in November.
46'
A. Rebić enters the game and replaces Z. Ibrahimović.
B. Adekanye enters the game and replaces Lucas Leiva.
Both sides make a change at the break. Ibrahimovic makes way for Milan and is replaced by Ante Rebic.
Meanwhile, Bobby Adekanye comes on for Lazio in place of Lucas.
Off we go again! Milan get the ball rolling once more.
45' +3
HALF-TIME: LAZIO 0-2 AC MILAN
45' +2
GREAT DEFENDING! Correa almost gets a clear sight on goal, only for Hernandez to get across in the nick of time and clear. The left-back has taken a whack for his trouble, but he made up good ground to keep his side in the driving seat.
45' +1
We are going to have two additional minutes at the end of this first half.
Better from Lazio! The hosts neatly work the ball to the edge of the area and lay it off for Alberto to strike. He pulls his effort well wide of the target, but encouraging signs going into the break.
44'
It is 20 years since Lazio were last champions of Italy. Inzaghi was part of that side and will be desperate to do the same as a coach. The way his players respond to their current scenario should give us a genuine idea of their credentials.
42'
Lazio have demonstrated tenacity and great character to grind out victories in their last two games, but it is a far cry from the free-flowing football we saw earlier this season. Nevertheless, they must do exactly the same today to avoid losing ground in the title race.
40'
Almost an opportunity for a third as Milan launch a quickfire counter from a Lazio corner with Saelemaekers leading the charge. However, the hosts regroup and are able to snuff out the Belgian's threat.
38'
Lucas Paquetá enters the game and replaces H. Çalhanoğlu.
An early change for Milan sees Calhanoglu make way for Lucas Paqueta.
36'
Milan have breathing space at Stadio Olimpico thanks to Ibrahimovic's fourth goal since his return to the club in January. Lazio have it all to do!
34'
Penalty goal scored by Z. Ibrahimović for AC Milan!
OOOOOOOOOOOH, ONLY JUST!!! 2-0! Strakosha goes the right way and gets his hand to Ibrahimovic's spot-kick, but is unable to prevent the ball from trickling over the line.
30'
They will be disappointed to be trailing, but this is a scenario Lazio have become accustomed to on their return. Inzaghi's side fell behind in each of their two previous games before coming back to win. Will it be third time lucky today?
23'
H. Çalhanoğlu has scored a goal for AC Milan! Assist by Z. Ibrahimović.
CALHANOGLU!!! 1-0 MILAN! The in-form Turkish international puts the visitors in front. Receiving the ball from Ibrahimovic, he cuts inside from the left before his deflected shot loops over the despairing dive of Strakosha.
Ibrahimovic laid the ball off to Calhanoglu, who puts Milan in front.
22'
The left-footed Milinkovic-Savic eventually steps up but his delivery is read and easily gathered by Donnarumma.
21'
A good opportunity for the hosts, who are awarded a free-kick just over 25 yards from goal. This is dead central and there are a couple of candidates stood over the ball...
16'
Inzaghi said in his pre-match press conference that Lazio are used to having problems following the suspension of 29-goal Immobile. The absence of the top scorer in Serie A will provide a huge test of their title credentials today.
11'
Just over 10 minutes played at Stadio Olimpico and it has been a fairly even start to the game with both sides enjoying spells of possession, but without testing either goalkeeper so far.
4'
The subsequent delivery results in Kjaer taking a painful blow to the face that requires attention from the medical team.
3'
A positive start to the game sees Lazio awarded a free-kick down the left wing after Conti brings down Jony.
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Gianpaolo Calvarese is our referee today. He blows his whistle and Lazio get the match underway!
Hello everyone and welcome to live text coverage of the Serie A showdown between Lazio and AC Milan at Stadio Olimpico.
Following league leaders Juventus’ 4-1 victory over local rivals Torino earlier today, second-placed Lazio will be looking to cut the seven-point distance from the Bianconeri to four once more.
LAZIO (3-5-1-1): Thomas Strakosha; Patric, Francesco Acerbi, Stefan Radu; Manuel Lazzari, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, Lucas Leiva, Marco Parolo, Jony; Luis Alberto; Joaquin Correa.
SUBS: Guido Guerrieri, Silvio Proto, Denis Vavro, Jordan Lukaku, Nicolo Armani, Bastos, Luca Falbo, Jorge Silva, Andre Anderson, Djavan Anderson, Danilo Cataldi, Bobby Adekanye.
AC MILAN (4-2-3-1): Gianluigi Donnarumma; Andrea Conti, Simon Kjaer, Alessio Romagnoli (captain), Theo Hernandez; Franck Kessie, Ismael Bennacer; Alexis Saelemaekers, Hakan Calhanoglu, Giacamo Bonaventura; Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
SUBS: Asmir Begovic, Antonio Donnarumma, Davide Calabria, Diego Laxalt, Matteo Gabbia, Lucas Biglia, Rade Krunic, Marco Brescianini, Lucas Paqueta, Rafael Leao, Ante Rebic, Daniel Maldini.
The players are making their way out onto the field. Kick-off is moments away.
As for Lazio, they appear to be struggling in the absence of top scorer Ciro Immobile. The hosts have struggled for opening so far and Simone Inzaghi faces an important team talk.
That's all for today. We hope you've enjoyed our live coverage. Until next time, goodbye!
After suffering their first home league defeat in over a year, Lazio look to bounce back when they travel to Lecce on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Milan shall aim to build on their momentum against Juventus at San Siro.
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