AC Milan doubled their advantage against Empoli just after the half-hour mark as Olivier Giroud converted a penalty kick that was awarded after a VAR check for handball.
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In the 32nd minute, Milan were getting ready to take a corner after Loftus-Cheek’s attempted overhead kick deflected behind, but VAR spotted it had brushed the raised hand of Maleh and a penalty was awarded. Giroud took on the responsibility, and found the back of the net via the underside of the bar.
Double digits to double the lead 👏@_OlivierGiroud_ | #EmpoliMilan #SempreMilan pic.twitter.com/PaqMD4Ot89
— AC Milan (@acmilan) January 8, 2024
