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Marotta: ‘Milan vs. Inter an advertisement for Italian football’

Inter President Beppe Marotta hopes the clash with Milan is ‘an advertisement for Italian football’ as they salute San Siro in one of its final Derby della Madonnina nights.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 7:38 PM
Marotta: ‘Milan vs. Inter an advertisement for Italian football’
Key Things to Know
  • Inter President Beppe Marotta stated he hopes the derby against AC Milan serves as an advertisement for Italian football.
  • Marotta praised owners Oaktree and RedBird following the unveiling of plans for the new Generali Stadium.
  • Inter went winless in their previous seven meetings against Milan ahead of the Serie A clash.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Inter President Beppe Marotta expressed hope that the Derby della Madonnina against AC Milan would serve as an advertisement for Italian football worldwide. Speaking ahead of the clash at San Siro, Marotta emphasized the importance of the global spectacle while reflecting on the venue's legacy following the recent unveiling of the new Generali Stadium project by owners Oaktree and RedBird.

Inter entered the fixture unbeaten and joint top of Serie A alongside Lazio, despite recent struggles against Milan, having gone winless in their last seven derbies across all competitions. Marotta also addressed the broader state of Italian football, calling for the domestic game to restore its status and value on the international stage.

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