Inter fans turn Coppa Italia final build-up into a derby of words — Milan targeted as Marotta sets the tone

Inter’s Coppa Italia final day in Rome didn’t just come with the usual smoke, songs and nerves. Outside the Olimpico, sections of the Nerazzurri support aimed their sharpest jokes at AC Milan—turning the build-up into a reminder that, in this city, even a final against Lazio can still feel like a derby moment.

According to reports from the pre-match atmosphere, Inter fans were seen holding up a banner mocking Milan’s current boardroom turmoil, reading: “Giorgio Furlani, stay with us!”—a clear dig at Rossoneri supporters who have reportedly been calling for the CEO’s removal. The same reports noted chants, flares and “sfottò” directed at Milanisti as Inter’s end of the stadium came alive hours before kick-off.

Marotta: “A final is always a splendid evening… we believe”

If the fans brought the noise, Giuseppe Marotta brought the message. In his pre-match interview with SportMediaset, Inter’s president framed the night as both reward and responsibility—an “emotional moment” that should match Inter’s ambition.

“When you play a final it is always a splendid evening, a moment of great emotion, that repays the efforts of everyone.”
Marotta added Inter “believe” in the competition and stressed the target: a 10th Coppa Italia, described as a metaphorical “another star.”
Source: Tuttosport liveblog

He also highlighted what he sees as the growth of the squad over years of wins and setbacks—and credited Cristian Chivu’s first season in charge at a major club as a key part of Inter’s momentum.

For Inter, then, the story of the day had two parallel tracks: supporters enjoying a moment to needle their city rivals, and the club leadership insisting that all the noise only matters if it ends with silverware.