Christian Pulisic opened the scoring with a header in the early minutes, giving AC Milan a 1‑0 advantage over Inter Milan in the Derby della Madonnina at San Siro during Matchday 10 of the 2026‑27 Serie A season.
The American forward finished from close range after a cross delivered by Diego Moreira from the right flank, sending the ball into the far corner beyond the Inter defense. This early goal provides Ruben Amorim’s side with a boost after they sought to rebound from a 4‑2 loss to Bologna.
Adrien Rabiot soon added to the tally, doubling Milan’s lead in the 10th minute with a header from a corner that made the score 2‑0 and left Inter Milan reeling shortly after Pulisic’s opening goal.
Milan entered the derby in fifth place with 18 points, trailing league leaders Inter by seven points; Inter remained unbeaten with 25 points after nine matches. A victory would narrow the gap in the standings and improve the atmosphere at the club following a challenging week.
Inter Milan responds, but Moreira restores Milan’s lead
Inter Milan answered in the 22nd minute, reducing the deficit to 2‑1 with a header from Alessandro Bastoni off a corner, providing the Nerazzurri a lifeline after Milan’s early surge. The goal followed Pulisic and Rabiot’s opening strikes in the first ten minutes.
The lead did not endure; in first‑half stoppage time, Moreira, who had assisted Pulisic’s opener, converted a free kick over the wall and beyond Inter goalkeeper Martinez, extending Milan’s advantage to 3‑1 before the break.
Although the score stood at 3‑1, the second half still holds significant potential. Inter, remaining unbeaten and atop the table, will seek to revive their challenge after the halftime setback, while Amorim’s side aims to preserve their lead during what promises to be a pivotal evening for both clubs.
