A goal from former Milan striker Marco Borriello in the 69th minute earned the Giallorossi all three points and took them back into the race for the Scudetto, just seven points behind their opponents.

Milan had most of the possession and the better chances, but lacked the cutting edge that had taken them six points clear at the top in recent weeks.

Cesena ended 2010 with a much-needed 1-0 win over Cagliari which ensures they will not end the year at the foot of Serie A.

A goal from Luis Jimenez in the 17th minute was enough to decide an encounter which was played on a frozen pitch at the Stadio Dino Manuzzi.

Cagliari hit the woodwork once, but looked a shadow of the side which had won three of its last four matches since Roberto Donadoni took over as coach.