Inter Milan are top of Serie A, but while they are not “around first place” or “close to the top,” they lead the league with 24 points and are showing an unmistakable Italian calm.
Inter are playing solidly at the back, smart in midfield and aggressive in attack.
A win in November’s derby against AC Milan, which is about a week away, and Roma’s ‘passo farso’ could give Inter a strong lead before the panettone and prosecco arrives at Christmas.
This is important because in Italy titles are often decided by Christmas.
But this season is about more than just form. It’s about something deeper, about Inter’s advantage in Italy.
A unique combination of tactical intelligence, emotional resilience and cultural perseverance defines how Italy wins, leads and rebuilds.
Inter Milan draws strength from past wounds
Inter are close to glory. Reached the Champions League final twice in three years.
One of those games ended in a humiliating 5-0 loss to PSG on the biggest night of the season.
It’s a hurt that all fans felt and one at Oak Tree probably ignored as part of their business. But the pain turned into something powerful.
The club has earned around 136.6 million euros in Champions League prize money, more than any other Italian team.
They made history financially but left empty-handed. The fans didn’t get a trophy, but they got something else: hunger.
Knowing how to lose is part of knowing how to win. Intel’s scars are not weaknesses, as some journalists have argued, but armor.
Inter Milan in Serie A – control and character
In Serie A, Inter Milan appear to be built on consistency, in the traditional Italian sense. The 3-5-2 remains fundamental, but despite Inter’s struggles with Hellas Verona, the system is fluid, alive and functioning.
The team reads the tempo of the match, manages the moments and “suffocates” the opponent when necessary.
In terms of numbers, the club is healthier than it has been for the last 15 years.
Last season, Inter reported record revenue of 567 million euros and net profit of 35.4 million euros, their first profit in more than a decade.
These results bring confidence and stability to corporate teams. When clubs are not fighting for financial survival, they are free to chase trophies.
Now, Intel’s mission is simple. Their aim is to win the derby against AC Milan, extend their lead and win Serie A before the winter break.
In Serie A, if you take the lead at Christmas, you usually stay there until May.
Inter Milan has unfinished business in Europe
Inter are currently in an elite position in Europe. They finished third in the UEFA club rankings this season, ahead of Roma, and are respected throughout Europe.
They learned the hard way that it’s not enough to make it to the finals, it’s important to finish.
This season, they return to Europe not as dreamers, but as contenders, having visited several times.
Although it was burnt, it survived and is growing well. And that resilience is exactly what separates strong teams from great teams.
Chivu has less to lose than Inzaghi and will do his best to work with Marotta to bring the fresh blood and talent the team and Tifogi desperately need.
Coppa Italia – know what to fight for
Inter have the depth to compete on all fronts, but their priorities this year are clear. The goal is the Scudetto and the Champions League.
The Coppa Italia can also be won by others. This is the discipline and the Coppa Italia serves as a testing ground for all others.
Off the field, Inter are stronger than they have been in recent years. Oaktree Capital’s ownership brought financial control and peace of mind.
The club’s valuation is currently around 1.7 billion euros, an increase of nearly 20% on last year, and it ranks second in Serie A behind Milan.
For Oaktree, this is a sound investment. For fans, this is a reminder that numbers alone are not enough. Inter made money last season but lost everything.
That’s why this year feels so urgent, and why success means Champions League and Scudetto, not spreadsheets.
Inter Milan has the Italian advantage
Inter Milan has the Italian advantage, that’s not a slogan. It’s a way of playing, a way of thinking, a way of living. Inter today represents the best of Italian football.
It is the art of performing in chaos. Read the game instead of reacting to it. He can win even if he doesn’t play perfectly. A mixture of elegance and toughness in the same 90 minutes.
When Inter play, they continue to have the Italian spirit. A style with substance. Realism with passion. They are the best of Italy: creative, calm and quietly confident.
Here’s what we know: Inter are at the top of Serie A. They are more financially solid than ever.
They learned a painful lesson. And they have grown into a team that takes even greater risks.
But as Federico DiMarco said, “Being on top means nothing at the moment.”
The real test will come on November 23rd, in the Milan derby against AC Milan in Europe, a night where the bravest will win.
Posted by: Andrea Zanon
Andrea Zanon is the co-founder of Confidente. He is an international advisor who has worked for financial institutions and entrepreneurs on sustainability, international affairs and development.
