The Italian Super Cup final in Riyadh delivered a thrilling spectacle, with both teams playing boldly until the very end. In the end, it was Milan who prevailed, thanks to sheer determination. The Rossoneri showed a newfound mentality, completely transformed under Sergio Conceicao after parting ways with Fonseca. For the first time this season, Milan won by mounting a comeback—first against Juventus and now against Inter. Two comebacks in quick succession turned this trend into a solid statement.
It’s never easy to recover from a two-goal deficit, especially against this Inter side known for defending leads with composure. However, in Saudi Arabia, Milan demonstrated an unbreakable will to overturn the odds and claim the trophy. Zlatan Ibrahimovic hinted at this shift before the match, saying: "With Conceicao, there’s a new identity." The Portuguese coach has already won over the Milan fans with passion and tactical intelligence. After the final whistle, Conceicao was overwhelmed by emotions, shedding tears of joy with his staff after an accidental knock from Emerson Royal. But nothing could dull the euphoria of victory at that moment. The celebrations continued in the locker room with dancing, cigars, and the trophy embraced like a cherished keepsake.
Not even the quickfire goals from Lautaro Martinez and Taremi, bridging the end of the first half and the start of the second, could break Milan’s resolve. The game-changing move came from the bench when Conceicao brought on Rafael Leao, whose energy and creativity helped turn the game around. This was another clear sign that the key players have reclaimed their leadership roles.
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Milan returned home in triumph, led by Ibrahimovic, with the Super Cup firmly in their grasp. Meanwhile, Inter landed at Malpensa with heads down, burdened by a defeat that will be hard to forget.
