AC Milan coach Stefano Pirlo was delighted with their 7-0 thrashing of Torino in Turin.

A brace from Theo Hernandez, a hat-trick from Ante Rebic and additional goals from Brahim Diaz and Franck Kessie secured another big night in Turin.

However, Pioli warned a top four isn't yet secure.

“Until you are up… Anything can happen uphill," he said. “Two weeks ago, they all said we were half dead, now we have the fate in our own hands.

“I asked the lads to play better than their opponents, because if you play better, you have a better chance of winning and we did.

“I always told the guys that I was lucky enough to coach not just any group, but a group that built itself.

“The club has always protected us, it's good at Milanello. It's a special group, the esteem and love they have for each other.

“We have been working for a year and a half and it shows, we will be able to celebrate only when we make it."

The coach also pointed out that his men have grown mentally during his time at Milanello.

“We have become a mentally strong team," he continued. “I never forget that I coach a very young team that have become mature and solid. They have awareness.

“It's the most rewarding step for our work."