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The first major Italian football event of 2025 is here: the EA Sports Italian Super Cup. Held at King Saud Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the tournament brings together the four top-performing teams from the previous season to compete for this prestigious trophy. The selection criteria are straightforward: the champions of Serie A and the Coppa Italia, along with the runners-up from both competitions, earn their spot. In last year’s edition, Inter claimed their seventh Super Cup title, defeating Napoli with a last-minute goal from Lautaro Martinez. Fiorentina and Lazio were the other semifinalists.
Inter will open this year’s competition tonight at 8:00 PM (local time) against Atalanta. The match promises to deliver excitement, drama, and spectacular plays. Simone Inzaghi’s squad comes into the game riding a wave of positive momentum, having recently secured a comfortable 3-0 win over Cagliari in their last Serie A outing. Meanwhile, Atalanta continues to lead the league table, solidifying their status as a top contender. Last season’s Europa League champions, led by De Roon and company, aim to add another prestigious trophy to their collection.
On Friday, January 3, Juventus will face Milan in a classic showdown between Italy’s two most decorated clubs. Both teams are currently struggling in Serie A, sitting outside the top six. Juventus remains unbeaten in the league but has been hampered by numerous draws, particularly against mid-to-lower-table teams. However, their Champions League campaign has been a success, with playoff qualification virtually assured.
Milan, on the other hand, has recently undergone a managerial change, replacing Paulo Fonseca with Sergio Conceição following a 1-1 home draw against Roma. Adding an intriguing subplot, Conceição’s debut as Milan’s head coach will see him face his son Francisco, who plays for Juventus, in a unique “family affair” on the pitch.
