The rivalry between Inter and Milan has created a new boiling point, and this turns to the protagonist is the Nerazzurri defender Benjamin Pavard. After Milan’s 1-0 defeat against Bologna in the final of the Coppa Italia, the Frenchman broke a dig that immediately gave the social twist: “Sono solo dei losdenti.” A short phrase, but capable of setting the environment on fire and reopening old wounds between the two Milanese fan bases.
The comment, launched publicly – or according to some rumors, in a shared video from the Inter locker room – did not go unnoticed. Pavard’s words appeared as a direct response to the taunts that the Rossoneri had directed at Inter weeks ago, after the 3-0 defeat by the Milan fans to the Nerazzurri in the Coppa Italia semi-final. At the time, it was both Milan fans and some players who joked about Inter’s “collapse,” considered by many to be a historic embarrassment in a national competition.
My calcium, yes you know, is an eternal game of revenge. And Pavard, champion of the world with France and almost one of the leaders of the interista conflict, has not had the opportunity to ridre the colpo. The defeat of Milan in the final against Bologna was unexpected and painful for the Rossoneri fans, and Pavard’s comment arrived as if on a wound still open.
The end of “lost” has had a huge echo. On social networks, among fans, journalists and commentators, a storm of comments has exploded, many of which have underlined the growing level of tension between the two Milan teams. Some Inter users have applauded Pavard for the “courage” and the competitive spirit, while the Milan fans have not risked accusing him of failing to respect and sport.
In many cases, we remember that the tension between Milan and Inter is very important during this season, not only for the results of sport, but also for a series of management and discussions between the players and allenators of the squad. Simone Inzaghi, allenatore dell’Inter, has officially avoided commenting on Pavard’s request, but it is likely that none of the Nerazzurri club’s players will come to speak of their position, so the controversy will continue to grow.
For his part, Stefano Pioli remained silent after the final loss. The Milan coach said he was “disappointed but proud” of his players, and invited the team to focus on the final days of the championship. However, inside the Rossoneri locker room, Pavard’s words were not received with indifference, and it is rumored that some of the team’s veterans are preparing a “response” on the pitch, perhaps as early as next season.
In the meantime, Lega Serie A is carefully watching the development of the story. The climate between the two sets of fans is tense, and the episodes of verbal provocation risk degenerating, especially in view of the upcoming competitions. It is not excluded that Lega could call on the clubs to maintain a more respectful behavior to avoid further sparks.
For Inter fans, Pavard’s words represent a revenge after weeks of taunts. For Milan fans, they are an unacceptable outrage. One thing is certain: the rivalry between the two Madonnina teams is more alive than ever, fueled not only by goals and victories, but also by cutting statements that ignite the debate well beyond the 90 minutes.
And who knows, maybe this passion, made of love and hate, is what makes Italian football such a unique and fascinating spectacle.
