In a derby for the ages that had absolutely everything, Juventus emerged victorious in a breathtaking 3-2 thriller against arch-rivals Inter Milan, in a match spectacularly defined by the goal-scoring Thuram brothers.
A Sibling Rivalry Ignites the Derby
The narrative was written in the stars as brothers Khephren and Marcus Thuram found themselves on opposite sides of Italian football's most fierce divide. The script came to life when Khephren, the new Juventus midfielder, powered home a header to give the Old Lady a first-half lead, sending the Allianz Stadium into delirium.
Not to be outdone, his elder brother Marcus, the Inter Milan striker, delivered a devastating response after the break. He showcased his predatory instincts by pouncing on a defensive error to slot home a calm equaliser, silencing the home fans in an instant.
A Rollercoaster of Emotions in Turin
This was a classic Derby d'Italia that swung violently like a pendulum. Juventus, galvanised by their home support, thought they had sealed it when Federico Chiesa finished a sublime team move to make it 2-1. The drama, however, was far from over.
Inter's new signing, Piotr Zielinski, stepped up and unleashed a thunderous, curling effort from distance that screamed into the top corner, pulling the Nerazzurri level once more and setting up a grandstand finish.
Gatti's Last-Gasp Header Seals the Win
Just as the match seemed destined for a share of the spoils, Juventus centre-back Federico Gatti rose highest in the 94th minute to meet a pinpoint cross, his bullet header sparking scenes of unbridled passion and joy. It was a heartbreaking blow for an Inter side that fought valiantly but ultimately fell to a devastating late winner.
The match had it all: sublime goals, a fraternal duel, controversial refereeing decisions, and a nail-biting finale that will be remembered as one of the most dramatic chapters in this historic rivalry.
