Pervis Estupiñán scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory for AC Milan against Inter Milan, highlighting his impact in the Derby della Madonnina.
Pervis Estupiñán Scores in Milan Derby Victory
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 win marked Milan’s second victory over their city rivals in the current season’s derbies.
Estupiñán’s decisive goal came in the 35th minute, a moment he described as the most important of his career. “Yes, it’s the most important goal of my career. We worked hard this week, and this is the result,” he stated after the match.
The victory allowed AC Milan to close the gap to seven points behind Inter in the Serie A standings, with Milan now holding 60 points from 28 games this season. The match also showcased Milan’s defensive strength, as they maintained a clean sheet against Inter, who had an expected goals (xG) total of 1.24 compared to Milan’s 0.77.
Estupiñán’s goal not only secured the win but also made him the first Ecuadorian player to score in a Milan derby. This victory further extended Milan’s unbeaten streak against Inter to seven matches across all competitions.
Historically, this win is significant as it marks the first time since the 2010-11 season that Milan has won both derbies in the league.
Looking ahead, AC Milan’s next match will be against Lazio, where they will aim to continue their strong form. Observers are keen to see if Estupiñán can maintain his scoring momentum in upcoming fixtures.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the impact of this victory on Milan’s overall strategy for the remainder of the season, but the team appears to be in a strong position as they push for a higher ranking in Serie A.
