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Manuel Akanji warns Inter of early mistakes ahead of Milan derby

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 8:54 AM

Last updated Oct 31, 2026

Manuel Akanji warns Inter of early mistakes ahead of Milan derby

Summary

Manuel Akanji has urged his Inter teammates to avoid a sluggish start in the upcoming Derby della Madonnina against AC Milan on Saturday. The Swiss defender highlighted the importance of forcing Milan to earn every scoring opportunity, as Inter currently leads Serie A with 25 points from eight wins and a draw. In contrast, Milan is looking to bounce back from their first league defeat of the season, a 4-2 loss to Bologna. Despite their dominance, Inter has struggled in this fixture recently, not winning against Milan in their last seven encounters. A victory for Inter could extend their lead over Milan to 10 points, significantly impacting the title race.

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By the Numbers

•Inter leads Serie A with 25 points from nine games
•Akanji emphasizes importance of avoiding early mistakes
•Milan seeks redemption after loss to Bologna
•Inter has not beaten Milan in seven previous matches
•A victory would severely damage Milan's title hopes

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8:54 AMYahoo Sports — Manuel Akanji issues Inter warning ahead of Milan derby as Nerazzurri eye massive Scudetto advantage

What they're saying

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Manuel Akanji has sent a clear message to his Inter teammates ahead of Saturday’s mouth-watering Derby della Madonnina, warning that they cannot afford another sluggish start against their city rivals AC Milan. The Swiss defender believes the Rossoneri must be forced to earn every opportunity as the two Italian giants prepare for a clash that could have major implications for the title race.
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