Inter possesses a tangible opportunity to clinch the Scudetto title with a victory in the upcoming Derby della Madonnina, a prospect that their adversaries, Milan, are fervently striving to thwart. Despite relinquishing points in their recent encounter against Napoli, the Nerazzurri remain poised to claim their 20th Scudetto this season, maintaining a commanding 14-point lead over second-placed Milan with a mere nine matches remaining.
Should Inter sustain their current 14-point advantage in the forthcoming fixtures, the prospect of securing the Scudetto with a triumph in the derby against Milan on April 22 becomes plausible. Attainment of this championship would mark the club’s 20th title, warranting the addition of a second Scudetto star to their jerseys.
An article featured on page 10 of today’s edition of Gazzetta dello Sport delineates Milan’s fervent resolve to prevent Inter from acquiring their second Scudetto star through defeat in the Derby della Madonnina, presenting the Rossoneri with two potential courses of action, a month prior to the pivotal encounter.
The initial strategy entails narrowing the point deficit to -12 by capitalizing on any potential stumbles by their rivals in subsequent matches while simultaneously preserving their own winning streak. Alternatively, Milan’s aspirations may hinge on their own faltering performance, potentially allowing Inter to secure the Scudetto prior to the derby.
Nevertheless, the forthcoming derby assumes significant importance for the Rossoneri, notwithstanding the peculiar circumstances surrounding it, as they endeavor to reverse their recent fortunes against the Nerazzurri. Notably, Milan has suffered defeat in their last five consecutive encounters with Inter, with their most recent victory under Stefano Pioli’s stewardship dating back to September 3rd, 2022.