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• Zielinski strike in added time as Inter edge Juventus in Derby d’Italia

  Inter Milan extended their lead at the top of Serie A to eight points after Piotr Zielinski’s 90th-minute strike secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over 10-man Juventus at San Siro. Inter Milan emerged victorious in a classic Derby d’Italia, defeating Juventus 3-2 in a match defined by high technical quality and officiating controversy. The hosts took an early lead through an Andrea Cambiaso own goal, but the Juventus full-back quickly redeemed himself by equalizing before halftime. Despite playing with ten men following Pierre Kalulu’s disputed red card, Juventus remained competitive, with Manuel Locatelli’s late strike momentarily cancelling out Francesco Pio Esposito’s header. The tension peaked in the final moments as Piotr Zielinski drilled a low shot home in stoppage time to secure three vital points for the Nerazzurri. The result leaves Inter comfortably ahead of AC Milan in the title race, while Juventus faces mounting scrutiny over their recent defensive lapses. As manager Cristian Chivu noted, the win provides a “magnificent exhibition” of the drama and intensity that defines elite Italian football.

• Refereeing experts slam ‘serious error’ on Kalulu red card in Derby d’Italia

  Refereeing experts have labeled Pierre Kalulu’s red card in the Inter vs. Juventus clash a “total howler,” arguing that Alessandro Bastoni simulated contact to provoke the decisive second yellow card.

  Refereeing experts Luca Marelli and Graziano Cesari have condemned the decision to send off Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu during tonight’s Derby d’Italia.

  Kalulu was dismissed after receiving a second yellow card for an alleged foul on Alessandro Bastoni, yet replays suggest no contact occurred.

  Marelli described the decision as “a very serious error from La Penna,” noting that VAR protocol prevented any intervention.

  The controversy deepened as pundits accused Bastoni of simulation, with Cesari calling the incident a “huge mistake” and a “total howler.”

  He suggested Bastoni actually deserved a booking himself for unsporting behavior.

  Despite the outcry, the red card stood, forcing Juventus to play the second half with ten men. As Cesari noted, “The second yellow card is non-existent. There is no contact.”

• Inter prepare Barella and Calhanoglu surprise for Juventus in Derby d’Italia

  Inter Milan are reportedly preparing to start recovered midfielders Nicolò Barella and Hakan Calhanoglu in Saturday’s crucial clash against Juventus at San Siro.

  Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu is considering a tactical gamble by starting Hakan Calhanoglu and Nicolò Barella against Juventus.

  Both players recently returned to training following significant layoffs, with Calhanoglu recovering from a “left soleus muscle” sprain sustained in January.

  Their inclusion would bolster an Inter side that has dropped just two points in their last twelve Serie A matches heading into the derby.

  The decision would likely see Petar Sucic and Henrikh Mkhitaryan move to the bench to accommodate the returning stars.

  Sky Sport Italia suggests Chivu is leaning toward a midfield trio of Barella, Calhanoglu, and Piotr Zielinski to maintain their “sparkling form.”

  With only Denzel Dumfries sidelined, the Nerazzurri aim to preserve their status as the primary challengers to league leaders Napoli.

• Max Allegri urges Milan players to learn from incredible Modric

  AC Milan manager Max Allegri lauded Luka Modric’s “humility” and character after the 40-year-old scored a late winner in a 2-1 victory over Pisa.

  ​Max Allegri hailed Luka Modric for his “character and incredible humility” following Milan’s narrow 2-1 win at Pisa.

  The Croatian veteran became the third-oldest scorer in Serie A history, securing the points after Felipe Loyola had cancelled out Ruben Loftus-Cheek’s opener.

  Allegri emphasized that his squad “should all learn” from the midfielder, whose late surge into the box maintained Milan’s 23-game unbeaten run.

  ​Despite the victory, Allegri warned his team against becoming “sluggish mentally” after nearly letting points slip against the relegation-threatened hosts.

  The manager had to navigate a chaotic finish following Adrien Rabiot’s red card for dissent. Allegri noted that while technical quality is abundant, the team must improve, stating, “We take three points, but we really need to improve after this performance.”

• Tottenham appoints Igor Tudor as interim boss amid possible Pochettino return

  Tottenham Hotspur have hired former Juventus defender Igor Tudor as interim manager until the end of the season following the dismissal of Thomas Frank.

  ​Tottenham have reached an agreement with Igor Tudor to serve as interim manager until the end of the season.

  The club turned to the 47-year-old former Croatia international after sacking Thomas Frank following a dismal run of two wins in 17 games.

  Spurs hope Tudor’s appointment will provide an “instant impact” as the North London side sits just five points above the relegation zone.

  ​The short-term deal intentionally leaves the door open for a potential summer reunion with Mauricio Pochettino.

  Tudor faces a daunting start against Arsenal next Sunday while navigating a “huge injury list” including James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski.

  While Tudor could earn the role permanently, the hierarchy is reportedly monitoring long-term candidates like Roberto De Zerbi and Andoni Iraola for the 2026-27 campaign.