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Inter beat Feyenoord 3-0 at De Kuip on Tuesday, three days after losing 3-1 to AC Milan, to record back-to-back Champions League wins for the first time this season.
Inter manager Cristian Chivu expects a hostile atmosphere when his side faces Feyenoord at De Kuip in Tuesday's Champions League encounter. The former Ajax defender reflected on his past success at the stadium while urging his side to bounce back from their derby defeat.
Feyenoord manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst believes his side can exploit weaknesses in a battered Inter side during Tuesday's Champions League tie at De Kuip. Van Bronckhorst expressed full confidence in his squad's ability to break down elite opposition.
Inter forward Marcus Thuram backed team leaders Nicolo Barella and Alessandro Bastoni after both admitted dressing room problems following the Milan derby defeat. Thuram stressed that acknowledging their poor match approaches is essential to fixing Inter's form.
Barcelona are preparing to launch a fresh move for Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni ahead of the rapidly approaching January transfer window. The Catalan club are eager to solve their mounting defensive problems and have identified the Italian centre-back as a primary target.
Christian Pulisic marked his new AC Milan deal with a derby goal, while Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi got back on the scoresheet. Cole Campbell scored a stunner, too.
Kaka experienced an unforgettable return to San Siro after being inducted into the AC Milan Hall of Fame ahead of their victory over Inter. The legendary Brazilian was visibly moved by the reception and even suggested a classic fan chant should be revived for current star Christian Pulisic.
Inter coach Cristian Chivu has opened up about the tactical hurdles and late fitness issues that compromised his side's performance in the Derby della Madonnina. A combination of sudden illness and defensive lapses left the Nerazzurri struggling to maintain their typical consistency against their city rivals.
Ruben Amorim praised his AC Milan side after a revitalising Derby della Madonnina victory over Inter, but warned supporters that difficult moments still lie ahead. The manager was thrilled with the response following a disappointing midweek defeat, as key returning players made a massive impact.
Luka Modric believes Milan produced their finest display of the campaign to secure a thrilling 3-1 victory over rivals Inter in the Derby della Madonnina. The veteran midfielder praised the incredible San Siro atmosphere and challenged his team-mates to maintain their consistency in the Serie A title race.
AC Milan secured a decisive 3-1 victory over rivals Inter Milan by prioritising transitional speed over possession. Despite seeing less of the ball, the Rossoneri's efficiency in the final third proved insurmountable.
AC Milan claimed local bragging rights with a clinical 3-1 victory over Inter at the San Siro. A sensational first-half blitz, powered by Diego Moreira and Christian Pulisic, proved too much for the Nerazzurri to handle.
Inter suffered their first Serie A defeat of the season as AC Milan won the Derby della Madonnina 3-1 at San Siro, a result that knocked Cristian Chivu's side off the top of the table.
Manuel Akanji has sent a clear message to his Inter teammates ahead of Saturday’s mouth-watering Derby della Madonnina, warning that they cannot afford another sluggish start against their city rivals AC Milan. The Swiss defender believes the Rossoneri must be forced to earn every opportunity as the two Italian giants prepare for a clash that could have major implications for the title race.
Former striker Hernan Crespo believes Inter remain the team to beat in the Serie A title race this season. However, the Argentine insists city rivals AC Milan have improved drastically under Ruben Amorim and could easily close the gap in the coming weeks.
Former Belgium international Radja Nainggolan is facing a requested two-year jail term and a €105,000 penalty after Brussels authorities accused him of financial offences. The legal proceedings against the 38-year-old ex-Serie A midfielder stem from his arrest in January 2025 during a wider anti-narcotics investigation in Antwerp.
Christian Pulisic eyes a derby win over Inter, Weston McKennie needs a Juventus response, and Tyler Adams puts Bournemouth's winning streak on the line against Brenden Aaronson's Leeds.
Cristian Chivu has urged his Inter squad to make extra sacrifices as they prepare to face Ruben Amorim's Milan in a highly anticipated derby clash. The manager insists there are no clear favourites, despite his side seeking to end a miserable run of results against their fierce city rivals.
Relive the extraordinary night in May 2001 when AC Milan tore their city rivals Inter apart in a historic 6-0 victory. A match defined by Gianni Comandini’s early blitz and Andriy Shevchenko’s clinical edge, it remains the largest winning margin in the history of the Derby della Madonnina.
The iconic skyline of Milan is set for a historic transformation as the city's two footballing heavyweights prepare to move into a state-of-the-art new home. In a move that signals a massive shift in the financial landscape of Serie A, AC Milan and Inter have officially secured a record-breaking naming rights partnership with Italian insurance giant Generali for their future shared arena.
Inter Milan established a historic 25-point record at the top of Serie A after grinding out a 2-0 win over Venezia courtesy of two late own goals. Standout goalkeeper Ivan Provedel praised his team's defensive resilience as the squad turns its complete focus to Saturday's colossal derby against AC Milan.
AC Milan have received a massive triple injury boost ahead of Saturday's crunch Derby della Madonnina clash against Inter. Adrien Rabiot, Mario Gila and Diego Moreira have all returned to full training following the team's disappointing midweek defeat to Bologna, handing the club a vital lifeline.
Inter coach Cristian Chivu has delivered a scathing assessment of his side's performance despite securing a historic victory away at Venezia. The Nerazzurri have officially recorded their best-ever start to a Serie A campaign in the three-points-per-win era, yet the manager remained far from satisfied with the display.
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