Riyadh, January (پاکستان پوائنٹ نیوز 05 كانون الثاني 2025ء) Inter Milan Head Coach Simone Inzaghi acknowledged the challenge of facing a well-organized and high-quality AC Milan side, highlighting the intensity and competitive nature of derby matches. He expressed his team’s strong motivation to secure their first trophy of the season and conveyed his delight in being in Riyadh, emphasizing the significance of the club’s passionate supporters in the Kingdom.
Inter Milan Captain Lautaro Martínez reaffirmed his commitment to the team’s success, stressing the focus on achieving victory rather than individual accomplishments. He noted that facing AC Milan, the only team to defeat Inter in the league this season, presents an additional challenge for his side.
AC Milan Head Coach Sérgio Conceição spoke about the difficulties his team faces, including one fewer day of rest and dealing with injuries within the squad. However, he underscored the team's determination to overcome these obstacles. Conceição praised Inter Milan’s experience in finals and emphasized the importance of preparation, effort, and maintaining a winning mindset.
“We’ll need a touch of luck, but that comes from hard work,” Conceição said. “The mentality to win titles is critical, and we’re ready to give everything to lift the trophy.”
AC Milan Midfielder Tijjani Reijnders described the final as a golden opportunity to claim his first career title. He highlighted the responsibility each player holds and emphasized that a victory against Inter could serve as a turning point for the team. Reijnders referenced their strong second-half performance against Juventus as a source of inspiration, urging his teammates to show courage and bring joy to their fans.
