The Argentine duo were in fine form to ensure a perfect start to the year for the defending Serie A champions, who remain in pole position for yet another Scudetto.
Serie A
Two goals from the Croatia international ensured the Nerazzurri carried their good form into 2017, stretching their current streak to four league wins.
The Argentine settled the game with an impressive goal in the first-half, stretching the home side's lead at the top of the table to seven points.
The Giallorossi move second in the Serie A table after seeing off their city rivals in a typically feisty game to continue their long unbeaten run in derby games.
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Mario Mandzukic and Paulo Dybala misses proved costly as the resurgent San Siro side lifted their first piece of silverware under Vincenzo Montella.
The visitors had the chance to take the lead from the spot, but Niang erred and the Belgian took full advantage to keep his side four points behind Juventus.
Alex Sandro, Daniele Rugani and Mario Mandzukic did the damage for the Turin giants, with their opponents seeing a winning run brought to an abrupt halt.
The Argentine duo were in fine form to inspire the home team in the second half, as they racked up a third consecutive Serie A win.
Andrea Belotti netted his 11th Serie A goal of the season, but the visitors hit back through two goals from their Argentine forward and Miralem Pjanic.
The hosts scored twice in the opening six minutes as they eased to a win that keeps them in touch with the Champions League chasing sides.
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