Inter Milan
The only Italian club with an unbroken top-flight presence since 1909.
Football Club Internazionale Milano, widely referred to as Internazionale or simply Inter, and commonly known as Inter Milan in English-speaking countries, is an Italian professional football club based in Milan, Lombardy. Inter is the only team to have an unbroken presence in the top division of Italian football, currently Serie A, since its debut in 1909, having never been relegated to Serie B. Since 1947, Inter has shared the San Siro stadium, the largest stadium in Italy, with AC Milan, with whom it contests the long-standing Derby della Madonnina.
- Season
- 2007–08
- Total Seasons in Existence
- 99th
- Consecutive Top Flight Seasons
- 92nd
- Centenary Date
- March 9, 2008
- Supercoppa Italiana Result
- Lost to Roma on penalties (August 19, 2007)
- Serie A Final Margin
- 3 points above Roma
- Title-Deciding Match
- Inter vs Parma (2–0 win)
- Ibrahimović Goals in Decider
- 2
- Ibrahimović Season Total
- 17 league goals
- Parma's Top Flight Streak Ended
- 18 seasons
Lore & Background
The club was founded on 9 March 1908 after a split within the Milan Foot-Ball and Cricket Club (now AC Milan), and won its first championship in 1910. Since its formation, the club has won 39 domestic trophies, including 21 league titles, 10 Coppa Italia, and 8 Supercoppa Italiana. From 2006 to 2010, the club won five successive league titles, equaling the all-time record at that time. It has won the European Cup/Champions League three times. Its latest win in 2010 completed an unprecedented Italian seasonal treble, with Inter also winning the Serie A title and the Coppa Italia in the same year. The club has also won three UEFA Cups, two Intercontinental Cups, and one FIFA Club World Cup.
In Their Own Story
The conclusion of the 2007–08 campaign brought significant upheaval for Inter Milan. In late May 2008, following a Coppa Italia final loss to Roma and an elimination from the UEFA Champions League last 16 by Liverpool, manager Roberto Mancini was dismissed by club owner Massimo Moratti. The decision came just days after the team's second-leg defeat against Liverpool, which confirmed their exit from Europe. Although the Scudetto had been secured, the season ended with a coaching change driven by these cup failures and the specific statement Mancini made following the Champions League elimination.
Reader's Guide
Inter has the highest home game attendance in Italy and the fourth-highest attendance in Europe. Since May 2024, the club has been owned by American asset management company Oaktree Capital Management.
Did You Know?
- Inter is the only Italian club to have never been relegated from the top division since its debut in 1909.
- The club's name derives from the wish of its founding members to accept foreign players as well as Italians.
- Giuseppe Meazza, after whom the San Siro stadium is officially named, is the greatest scorer in Inter history with 284 goals.
- Inter's 6–0 victory over Juventus in 1954 is the club's biggest win in the Derby d'Italia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Derby d'Italia?
The Derby d'Italia is the intense national rivalry between Juventus and Inter Milan, serving as the primary measure of supremacy in Italian football. Unlike local derbies based on geography, this clash defines the battle for Serie A dominance between Turin's historic club and Milan's cosmopolitan challenger.
When did the first match between Juventus and Inter take place?
The inaugural encounter between these two giants occurred in 1908, marking the beginning of over a century of fierce competition. This early fixture established the foundation for what would become Italy's most significant footballing duel.
Why is this rivalry considered more important than others?
This matchup acts as the ultimate barometer for league titles, often deciding who holds the Scudetti and shapes Italian football history. It represents a continuous struggle for national prestige rather than just regional pride.
What major trophies are contested in this rivalry?
Both clubs frequently compete against each other to win Serie A championships, Coppa Italia titles, and Supercoppa Italiana honors. Many of these prestigious awards have been decided directly through head-to-head finals between the two teams.
How does the Derby d'Italia influence Italian football narratives?
The outcome of this clash often dictates the storylines of entire seasons, highlighting the shift in power between Turin and Milan. It remains the definitive test for any team claiming to be the best in Italy.
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