Pervis Estupiñán Scores Decisive Goal in Milan Derby
Pervis Estupiñán scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory for AC Milan against Inter Milan in the Derby della Madonnina on March 8, 2026. This victory marks Milan’s second win in the season’s derbies against their city rivals.
Estupiñán described the goal as “the most important of my career,” highlighting the significance of the match. He stated, “We worked hard on it all week, the coach told me to attack and I found the right moment.”
With this win, AC Milan moved to within seven points of Inter in the Serie A standings, accumulating a total of 60 points after 28 games this season. The match featured a total expected goals (xG) of 0.77 for Milan, compared to Inter’s 1.24, indicating a competitive encounter.
This victory also extends Milan’s unbeaten run against Inter to seven matches across all competitions, a streak not seen since November 2002 to April 2005. Estupiñán’s goal also made him the first Ecuadorian player to score in a Milan derby, adding to the historical significance of the match.
As Milan prepares for their next game against Lazio, observers will be keen to see if they can maintain their momentum following this crucial derby victory. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential injuries or tactical changes ahead of the upcoming match.
