Inter Milan secured the Serie A title on Monday with a thrilling 2-1 victory over city rivals AC Milan, extending their dominance in the Milan derby and sealing their 20th league crown.
Francesco Acerbi and Marcus Thuram found the net for Inter, propelling them to a commanding 17-point lead over second-placed Milan with just five matches remaining in the season.
The win marked Inter’s sixth consecutive derby victory, further asserting their superiority over their local rivals.
Manager Simone Inzaghi celebrated his first league title as a coach amidst a jubilant atmosphere at the San Siro, where Inter’s fervent supporters erupted in joy at the final whistle.
Despite a late surge from Milan, highlighted by Fikayo Tomori’s late goal, Inter held firm to clinch the victory and initiate celebrations for their long-awaited title triumph.
Inter’s achievement sees them join Juventus as the only teams to have won 20 Italian league titles, earning the right to adorn their jersey with a second star.
Inzaghi’s side showcased their dominance throughout the season, leading the league with an impressive display of consistency and skill.
The road to glory was paved with remarkable performances, as Inter surged ahead while other title contenders faltered.
With Napoli and Milan failing to sustain their challenges, Inter capitalized on their rivals’ shortcomings to establish an unassailable lead.
Despite their Champions League disappointment against Atletico Madrid, Inter’s domestic success was never in doubt, thanks to their commanding lead in Serie A.
Looking ahead, the club’s future appears promising, with key players such as Lautaro Martinez and Nicolo Barella set to extend their contracts.
Moreover, smart recruitment strategies have bolstered Inter’s squad, with promising signings like Piotr Zielinski and Medhi Taremi set to join the team in the upcoming transfer window.
Off the field, Inter’s president Steven Zhang is trying to make sure that investment fund Oaktree don’t take control of the club with non-repayment of an emergency loan — granted in 2021 — next month.
