Milan Turn Derby Momentum Around
Inter once dominated with six straight derby victories, but now they have gone six derbies without a win — two draws and four defeats.
AC Milan, on the other hand, have built growing confidence in big matches, now claiming their third major win of the season after beating Napoli, Roma, and Inter.
This derby once again amplified emotions on both sides.
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Inter Start Strong But Milan Stay Cold Blooded
Inter manager Chivu said in his postmatch conference, “We pinned Milan inside their box for the first 15 minutes.”
This time, unlike Pioli’s infamous “seven minutes,” Chivu’s assessment was accurate — Inter created more shots and more clear chances throughout the match.
Milan did not register a single shot on target in the first half, but their defensive resilience and clinical attitude proved the difference.
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Pulisic Strikes With Ruthless Precision
In the 54th minute, Milan scored through a rapid counterattack.
Calhanoglu’s heavy touch allowed Fofana to steal the ball and launch the transition.
Saelemaekers’ shot was parried by Sommer, but the rebound fell perfectly to Christian Pulisic, who calmly finished.
With this goal, Pulisic returned to the top of the Serie A scoring chart with five goals, achieved in only 420 minutes, far more efficient than Calhanoglu or Orsolini.
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Maignan Outwits The Penalty Expert
In the 69th minute, Thuram was stepped on by Pavlovic, and VAR confirmed the penalty.
Calhanoglu stepped up — a player who had converted 21 of 22 Serie A penalties before tonight.
Maignan began psychological warfare: pointing to one side, shifting slightly left, inviting the shot to his right.
Calhanoglu took the bait and shot to Maignan’s right, but the keeper lunged brilliantly to push the ball away.
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Maignan Redeems His Reputation
Earlier in his Milan career, he had a poor penalty record (4 saves from 24).
But November changed everything: first he denied Dybala — who was perfect in 18 Roma penalties — and now he stopped Calhanoglu, the league’s most reliable spot-kick taker.
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Will Milan Show Real Commitment
Buffon praised Maignan: “A title-chasing team needs a goalkeeper like him. His saves have earned Milan six or seven points already.”
Many Inter fans believe the result would have flipped if the goalkeepers were swapped.
Maignan’s contract expires next summer, and negotiations remain frozen.
Milan previously offered around €5 million per year but then slowed talks due to concerns about his form.
This hesitation has created frustration for the French star.
Top Clubs Circle As Milan Delay
Maignan almost joined Chelsea last summer and still hasn’t let go of that idea.
Bayern and Juventus are also monitoring the situation closely.
Milan’s own supporters’ media have urged the club: “Take responsibility, apologize to him, and offer a proper renewal.”
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Allegri Demands More Support
Allegri celebrated his 100th Milan win and now sits just two points behind leaders Roma.
If Maignan had left in the summer, would Milan still be in this strong position?
This derby victory strengthens their title hopes, but Allegri will surely need greater backing from the board.
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