Following a period of quietness, there was a sudden and loud burst. The city witnessed its most significant match in 20 years, and while there was some control over emotions at the end, it was only due to the awareness that the upcoming game would be even more significant. Despite the passage of 90 minutes, it is evident that Simone Inzaghi's Inter Milan are now the dominant team, despite their imperfections and unwavering courage. They made a remarkable start and managed to resist their fierce opponents with unwavering determination, even in the face of a tumultuous atmosphere.

Inter may have been playing in their own stadium, but the atmosphere was far from friendly. Nonetheless, they rose to the occasion and delivered a remarkable performance that can be placed on par with some of the best in their recent European history. Although Edin Dzeko and Henrikh Mkhitaryan were credited with the goals, the true victory was attributed to strong leadership, not necessarily from Inzaghi personally, but from the key players who stepped up in critical moments, executing their duties, prevailing in battles, and using their intuition to navigate a game that cannot be effectively strategized or practiced for.

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AC Milan can only take solace in the fact that their semi-final still presents an opportunity for redemption. This club boasts a rich history in the European Cup and has pushed beyond their limits to reach this stage, showing confidence in their ability to repeat their success on the upcoming Tuesday. At a certain juncture, customary practices and institutional recollections clash with the practical demands of effectively removing the ball from your own defensive zone. Possibly, Milan was bewildered by the magnitude of the event and disturbed by the commotion, causing them to feel unsettled and out of their element.

Prior to the detonation, there was a moment of complete stillness. There is a noticeable absence of noise in the metro, piazzas, and cafes. In the lead up to this game, Milan was a city under siege, fraught with a restless and gloomy apprehension that characterizes the most prestigious derbies around the world. Milan and Inter are not located beside each other. They share the same ancestry. Living and working in close proximity, frequenting the same bars and metro carriages, creates an intimate atmosphere that can generate overwhelming tension during certain evenings. The enjoyment of this activity is solely dependent on one's triumph.

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Despite the signs indicating a cautious and experienced match, the performance turned out to be more lively and daring than anticipated. Inter demonstrated their superiority by being better organized, stronger, and having more experience. They were also significantly older than their opponents, which allowed them to dictate the pace of the game.

It was evident to them that Milan could still pose a significant threat on the edges despite Rafael Leão's absence due to injury. Therefore, Milan's wings were trapped effectively by the opposing team's defense, compelling them to focus on the weaker center area, which became even more vulnerable after the early departure of Ismaël Bennacer.

Inter came very close to sealing the victory at that moment. The two initial goals were a result of force exerted on the left side of the field. The first goal was achieved when Dzeko skillfully used his leg to hook Hakan Calhanoglu's corner into the goal, while Davide Calabria was unable to prevent it.

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Federico Dimarco brilliantly set up Henrikh Mkhitaryan to score after he burned Calabria. It's unlikely that even the most optimistic Inter Milan fans could have imagined such a phenomenal beginning. In the Curva Nord, a signal was ignited and the ecstatic supporters of Inter swirled around its striking pink light, as though it was the initial flame they had witnessed in their existence.

In the beginning, Milan were completely disoriented. Calhanoglu struck the post with his shot. Fikayo Tomori failed to block an innocent long pass and Lautaro Martínez, who couldn't be stopped, managed to earn a penalty that was later canceled after a review. Sandro Tonali tirelessly ran in the midfield, until his shoes lost their sharpness, making an effort to close the gaps appearing all around, resembling the action of quicksand. Paolo Maldini and Andriy Shevchenko were seated in luxurious chairs, wearing serious expressions that conveyed that this club's glory days are in the past, regardless of the outcome of the next 90 minutes.

By the time the first half ended and the second half began, Milan was able to contain the damage to some extent. Brahim Díaz shifted to the center as a substitution for Bennacer and found success in the attacking midfielder role. Tonali hit the ball forcefully but unfortunately missed the target by striking the outer edge of the post. The stadium reverberated with a divine sound, an unmistakably Italian melody conveying intense desire and longing, a combination of shouts and supplications, explosive effects that shook one's chest, a deafening roar that compelled coaches to communicate through gestures.

A spectacular conclusion remains to be seen. Towards the end of the game, nothing noteworthy happened as both coaches constantly made substitutions and attempted to gain free-kicks through trickery. Romelu Lukaku engaged in some running activity. There was a slight decrease in the volume of the sound. Inter emerged as winners, although they are aware that next week's outcome may not guarantee a celebratory procession as previously anticipated. A period of time spanning six consecutive days.

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