The Milan derby is always a city-shaking event, and this encounter between AC Milan and Inter Milan is no exception. The image of Matteo Gabbia celebrating his goal in this thrilling match will live on in the memories of fans on September 22, 2024.
Gabbia’s masterful strike, which gave AC Milan a resounding and late victory over Inter Milan, was the decisive moment in a game that saw the Rossoneri prevail 2-1. The goal, a powerful header from a Tijjani Reijnders free-kick in the 89th minute, not only gave Milan victory, but also marked the end of a difficult period at the start of the season.
Gabbia’s feat ended Inter’s winning streak in the Milan derbies, halting their rivals’ momentum to top the Serie A table. It was a crucial victory for new Milan boss Paulo Fonseca, who had been the subject of criticism after a shaky start to the season.
The match was a veritable festival of football, with Christian Pulisic opening the scoring for AC Milan in the 10th minute with a brilliant individual move, before Federico Dimarco equalised for Inter just before the half-hour mark. But it was ultimately Gabbia who had the last laugh, earning his side a deserved victory after a solid and convincing performance.
The win will certainly give AC Milan confidence after a difficult period, and fans can once again take heart from having ended their run of derbies in such dramatic fashion.
Meanwhile, Roma also shone on the pitch, with a 3-0 win over Udinese. A match that took place in a particular context, as the fans demonstrated their discontent following the abrupt dismissal of Daniele De Rossi. The protests marked the atmosphere at the Olimpico stadium, but the Roma players were able to stay focused to secure the three points.
Ultimately, football is about much more than just the game on the pitch. The emotions of the fans, the politics behind the scenes and the performances of the players contribute to making each match a true saga. The Milan derby and AC Milan’s victory will remain in the annals of Italian football, as a moment of passion and determination that symbolises all the greatness of this sport.