Not all Inter Milan fans are enthusiastic about the upcoming Italian Super Cup mini-tournament in Saudi Arabia.
according to Inter Milan NewsThe Second Green Ring fan group will not attend tomorrow’s semi-final against Bologna.
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Christian Chivu He may still be 180 minutes away from winning his first trophy in senior management.
Indeed, the 45-year-old is ready to make his Super Cup debut as Inter look to avenge last year’s heartbreak.
Simone Inzaghi’s side were demoralized after losing 3-2 to AC Milan in last January’s final.
However, Chivu has found his team mentally and led the Nerazzurri back to the top of Serie A on the eve of this trip.
As a result, Inter head to Saudi Arabia with high spirits, targeting a record-equalling ninth place finish. Italian Super Cup title.
Beating Bologna would be the first step towards that achievement, with the two teams meeting tomorrow at the King Saud University Stadium.
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Inter Milan fans protest Italian Super Cup in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – JANUARY 22: Lautaro Martinez of Inter Milan poses with the EA Sports FC Super Cup Italy final trophy after winning the match at Al Awwal Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on January 22, 2024. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)
Lega Calcio has signed a multi-year deal with the Saudi team that allows them to host the Super Cup for a number of years.
However, the decision sparked widespread backlash from supporters who felt the tournament had lost its traditional identity.
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“The Second Green Ring supporters group confirms that they will not attend the Italian Super Cup in Saudi Arabia,” the statement announced on Instagram.
“It is unacceptable that mere profit-driven logic has once again been placed before the passion of thousands of supporters.
“The Football League continues to display stubborn indifference, systematically ignoring the dissent expressed by Italian fans year after year.
“It’s time to end commercialization at the expense of supporters.
“No to the Arab Super Cup. No to the trends of modern football.”
Inter cannot underestimate Bologna after failing to beat them in their last two meetings.
