AC Milan revs up: two international friendlies for the Rossoneri summer
AC Milan‘s summer is painting the world in red and black. After announcing the first pre-season friendly, the club’s management has now confirmed a second summer friendly, completing a preparation schedule that promises excitement for fans around the globe.
The derby in Australia: August 5 in Perth
The first appointment of the Rossoneri’s summer is set for August 5 in Perth, Australia, where Milan will take to the pitch for a highly anticipated derby against Inter. Even in friendly format, this fixture loses none of its emotional intensity. Perth’s iconic stadium will serve as the backdrop for one of Italian football’s most passionate rivalries, exported to the southern hemisphere.
Milan vs Chelsea in Jakarta: August 8 in Indonesia
Three days later, on August 8, the Rossoneri will fly to Indonesia to face Chelsea in Jakarta. This is no random choice: Indonesia is one of the countries with the highest concentration of AC Milan fans in the world. The Indonesian public is notoriously passionate and loyal to the Rossoneri colours, making this fixture something far deeper than a simple summer friendly.
Chelsea, one of the Premier League’s most decorated clubs, represent a high-calibre opponent to test the athletic and tactical condition of manager Massimiliano Allegri‘s side. The Jakarta match will be an excellent test ahead of the start of the official season.
A Milan brand with truly global reach
The decision to play friendlies in Australia and Asia reflects the club’s global strategy, increasingly focused on nurturing and strengthening relationships with international fan bases. AC Milan counts millions of passionate supporters worldwide, and initiatives like this summer tour are key to keeping that special bond alive. Indonesian fans, in particular, have for years shown a deep and visceral attachment to the Rossoneri colours, and the chance to see their heroes in the flesh will be an extraordinary and unforgettable occasion.
