In a thrilling Supercoppa Italiana final held at Riyadh’s Al Awwal Park on January 6, 2025, AC Milan staged a remarkable comeback to defeat city rivals Inter Milan 3-2, securing their eighth Supercoppa Italiana title and ending Inter’s pursuit of a fourth consecutive win in the competition.
Inter Milan initially dominated the match which established a 2-0 lead with goals from Lautaro Martinez and Mehdi Taremi. However, AC Milan’s resilience shone through in the second half. Theo Hernandez ignited the comeback with a well executed free-kick which followed by Christian Pulisic’s equalizer. The decisive moment arrived in stoppage time when Tammy Abraham netted the winning goal and sealed a memorable victory for the Rossoneri.
This triumph was particularly significant for AC Milan’s new manager, Sergio Conceição who secured a trophy in just his second game in charge. Conceição, who previously enjoyed success with FC Porto was appointed following the dismissal of Paulo Fonseca due to subpar league performances. Under Conceição’s leadership. Milan has demonstrated remarkable resilience and also achieving a comeback victory against Juventus in the Supercoppa semi-final.
The victory brings a morale boost to AC Milan after a challenging period and elevates them to eight Supercoppa Italiana titles which equals Inter’s record in the competition. The team’s performance under Conceição’s guidance has reignited optimism among fans and sets a positive trajectory for the remainder of the season. Christian Pulisic’s contribution was noteworthy as his equalizing goal played an important role in the comeback. Pulisic’s performance continues to highlight his importance to the squad and his growing influence in European football.
The match was a testament to AC Milan’s determination and strategic prowess marking a significant achievement in the club’s storied rivalry with Inter Milan. Fans worldwide celebrated the dramatic turnaround which will be remembered as one of the classic encounters in the Derby della Madonnina.
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