AC Milan's Under-17 team added another positive result to the club's derby weekend after defeating Inter 3–2 on November 1, 2026. Playing away from home, Marco Parolo's side produced three goals through Alessandro Esposti, Sebasthian Marasco, and Hashim Kateete to claim all three points in the eighth matchday of the Under-17 Serie A and B championship. Football coverage across platforms such as PHarcade also reflects the variety of online spaces where Filipino audiences encounter sports-related content.
The result gave Milan an important victory against their city rivals and helped the team strengthen its position in Group B. Although Inter managed to keep the contest close, the Rossoneri found enough opportunities to take the lead and maintain their advantage until the final whistle.
How Milan Took Control of the Derby
Both teams started the match wanting to express themselves but Milan scored first in the 24th minute. Alessandro Esposti netted the goal allowing Parolo's squad to take the lead.
Inter leveled the score with their reply in four minutes. Milan were not deterred by equalizers and continued searching for new possibilities. Their quest was crowned with success and in the 39th minute Sebasthian Marasco scored a goal allowing his team to regain the lead.
First-half goals were significant as they proved Milan's capabilities to respond to Inter's equalizer. The team regained the lead before the halftime break and thus entered the second half with a narrow advantage.
Kateete's Late Goal Gave Milan More Breathing Room
Milan’s win was still in doubt, thus needing another goal to give them a comfortable lead. The goal came in the 85th minute when substitute player Kateete scored the third goal for the team.
This goal proved to be important as it came at a time of the match when the outcome was still not decided, thus increasing the difference in scores to 3–1 and giving Milan extra space to defend its lead.
Inter managed to strike back again in the last minutes of the game; thus, the ending of the match remained tense, although Milan managed to keep its lead and won the game with the score of 3–2.
The scoring process involved varied contributions of teammates with the first two goals scored by Esposti and Marasco, while Kateete managed to score right after being substituted into the game.
What the Derby Win Means for Marcoo Parolo's Team
The importance of the win against Inter goes beyond the match itself, as it has an effect on the table for Milan in Group B of the Under-17 championship. The victory was noted by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) , as it allows Rossoneri to climb up to fifth place at that point of the competition with 14 points and enter playoff qualification.
For Parolo's team the points earned in the derby matches matter not only due to the rivalry but also due to the competitive situation in the league, as all games have a statistical impact, and matches with nearest rivals gain special meaning in the course of the championship.
In addition, this victory took place during a successful weekend for the other teams representing the Milan club. The Men's Primavera team managed to destroy Monza with a 5–0 victory and the Under-18 team beat Cesena 2–1 away from home. These results signal the positive course for the club at different constructions of its youth basketball system.
Nevertheless, the outcome of the U17 game stands out on its own. The players faced the need to respond after conceding an equalizer, reclaim to lead yet before the halftime and withstand the opposition.
What Comes Next for Milan's U17 Side?
Milan can use the win as a ground for future action in the context of the 2026/2027 season. In order to stay in the race for winning the Group B, the team will have to maintain its current level of performance and consistency throughout the rest of their matches.
From Marco Parolo's perspective, the derby win presents the team with three vital points and provides the players with confidence going into the next matches. Esposti, Marasco, and Kateete showed how important it is to have contributing players in a difficult game.
Thus, the victory of Milan over Inter was not just another outcome of a local rivalry. It is a step in the league campaign of the team, proving that the Rossoneri relied on their ability to overcome problems, score crucial goals, and defend the narrow advantage under pressure.
