Cristian Zapata has admitted that Milan's match against Lazio next Saturday is crucial for their Champions League ambitions.

The Biancocelesti currently sit in fifth place, whilst the Rossoneri occupy third but only one point ahead of the capital club.

“We have a week to prepare for the match against Lazio,” he told Milan Channel.

“It is a confrontation with a direct rival so we want to face them at our best.

“We have to win. It will be a great opportunity to take.”

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