AC Milan midfielder Mathieu Flamini has hailed the impact this season of veteran goalkeeper Christian Abbiati.

Abbiati was again superb in victory over Fiorentina.

"Abbiati made the difference with his saves," the Frenchman commented. "It was extraordinary stuff, he's a great 'keeper…

"It was important to win to get some distance on Fiorentina. Torino closed up very well and defended well. It was tough to get the goal."