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Mkhitaryan emphasizes leadership role as Inter prepares for friendlies in Australia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 10:08 AM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Mkhitaryan emphasizes leadership role as Inter prepares for friendlies in Australia

Summary

Henrikh Mkhitaryan spoke to media as Inter Milan arrived in Perth for pre-season matches against AC Milan and Juventus. The team recently defeated Manchester City and aims to improve during these friendlies. Mkhitaryan, in his 20th professional season, expressed his commitment to mentoring younger players. He noted the competitive nature of these early matches in preparation for the upcoming Serie A and Champions League campaigns, acknowledging the difficulties of defending their title. Inter is focusing on their performance rather than the outcomes of these games, emphasizing teamwork and preparation for the season ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Mkhitaryan discusses his role as a leader in the squad
•Inter faces AC Milan and Juventus in Australia
•Recent win over Manchester City boosts confidence
•Focus on teamwork and preparation in pre-season
•Mkhitaryan aims to mentor younger teammates

Latest Updates

10:08 AMYahoo Sports — Mkhitaryan: "Happy to get going again, I try to act as an example for the young players."

What they're saying

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After beating Manchester City, Inter travelled to Perth, where the Nerazzurri will play both AC Milan and Juventus. Henrikh Mkhitaryan spoke to Inter TV and the local media ahead of the matches. Here'...
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