Also known as: second-placed Milan · two Milan clubs
AC Milan — Italian football club competing in Serie A, eliminated from Champions League qualification after losses to Atalanta and Udinese in spring 2026.
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The Namibian
Arrigo Sacchi's AC Milan won consecutive Champions League titles in 1989 and 1990.
“before them you have to go back to Arrigo Sacchi's AC Milan in 1989 and 1990.”
Luis Enrique’s PSG eye greatness with back to back Champions Leagues in sightThe Namibian
AC Milan imploded in a 2-1 defeat by Cagliari
“Como qualified for the Champions League for the first time in their history on Sunday, the lakeside club being joined by Roma in Serie A's top four as AC Milan imploded in a 2-1 defeat by Cagliari.”
Como, Roma reach Champions League, Milan and Juve miss outThe Namibian
AC Milan slumped into a full-blown crisis after a 3-2 home defeat to Atalanta
“AC Milan slumped into a full-blown crisis on Sunday after a 3-2 home defeat to Atalanta put their Champions League return at risk, while Como qualified for Europe for the first time.”
Crisis club Milan’s Champions League return at risk, Como in EuropeThe Namibian
AC Milan lost 2-0 at mid-table Sassuolo
“AC Milan had relinquished their last, slim, hope of catching Inter at the top as they subsided 2-0 at mid-table Sassuolo.”
Inter Milan win Italian title for third time in six seasonsThe Namibian
AC Milan relinquished any remaining hope of winning the Serie A title
“AC Milan relinquished any remaining hope of winning the Serie A title on Saturday after falling to a shock 3-0 home defeat by Udinese.”
Milan's Serie A title hopes in tatters after shock Udinese defeatThe Namibian
AC Milan lost at Lazio last weekend
“Chasing a 21st league crown, Inter were given a huge let off last weekend when closest challengers AC Milan lost at Lazio and allowed Christian Chivu's side to move eight points clear.”
Inter continue Serie A title hunt ahead of Italy's date with World Cup destinyThe Namibian
AC Milan claimed second place after Luka Modric's late strike
“Local rivals AC Milan are second in the table after Luka Modric's late strike claimed a 2-1 win at Pisa on Friday.”
Last gasp Zielinski effort keeps Inter at Serie A summitThe Namibian
AC Milan is unable to use San Siro this weekend due to Winter Olympics opening ceremony
“With AC Milan unable to use the San Siro this weekend due to the stadium hosting the Winter Olympics opening ceremony, Inter can extend their advantage in the title race when they visit Sassuolo on Sunday.”
Inter eyeing chance to put pressure on title rivals MilanThe Namibian
AC Milan won 1-0 over Lecce with Fullkrug's goal
“Niclas Fullkrug kept AC Milan in touch with Serie A leaders Inter Milan with the only goal in Sunday's 1-0 win over Lecce, his first for the seven-time European champions.”
AC Milan in touch with Inter thanks to Fullkrug's first Serie A goalPanama were eliminated from World Cup contention after Croatia won 1-0 on Tuesday, with Ante Budimir scoring in the 54th minute. Despite the loss, Panama's coach Thomas Christiansen said his players had made strides forward and he was "super proud" of how they battled.
24 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Panama were eliminated from World Cup contention after Croatia won 1-0 on Tuesday, with Ante Budimir scoring in the 54th minute. Despite the loss, Panama's coach Thomas Christiansen said his players had made strides forward and he was "super proud" of how they battled.
24 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Jean-Philippe Mateta scored as Crystal Palace beat Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the UEFA Conference League final to secure the club's first European trophy, with departing manager Oliver Glasner claiming his third trophy in two and a half years at the club.
28 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain, after winning their maiden Champions League title last year by defeating Inter Milan 5-0, face Arsenal in Budapest aiming to retain the trophy. Manager Luis Enrique's side are favourites and have proven difficult to stop, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia describing the team as capable of beating any opponent when they play their way.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Como qualified for the Champions League for the first time in their history after a 4-1 win at Cremonese on the final day of Serie A, joining Roma in the top four. AC Milan's 2-1 defeat by Cagliari and Juventus's loss in a delayed derby left both clubs outside the Champions League positions.
25 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Manchester United and England star David Beckham and his wife Victoria have a combined wealth of approximately £1.185 billion, making him Britain's first billionaire sportsman according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List. Beckham, a co-owner of Inter Miami and brand ambassador for major companies, ranks second among UK's wealthiest sportspeople, behind Bernie Ecclestone's family.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
AC Milan suffered a 3-2 home defeat to Atalanta on Sunday that put their Champions League return at risk, while rival Como qualified for Europe for the first time. Milan remain in Serie A's top four but level on points with fifth-placed Roma and have collected just seven points in their last two months.
10 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan won their third Serie A title in six seasons with a 2-0 victory over Parma on Sunday, with goals from Marcus Thuram and Henrikh Mkhitaryan. The victory comes under first-season coach Cristian Chivu, who replaced Simone Inzaghi after Inter's collapse last season.
4 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan could clinch their 21st league title and third in six seasons this weekend against Parma, holding a 10-point lead over second-placed Napoli. The title race is overshadowed by a brewing referee scandal involving the head of Serie A and Serie B referees that threatens the integrity of Italy's top flight.
30 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan lead Napoli and second-placed AC Milan by 12 points with five matches remaining and could seal their 21st league crown this weekend. The champions could win the Scudetto with four matches to spare if they beat Torino and Napoli fail to win against Cremonese on Friday.
24 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Ex-Tottenham midfielder Edgar Davids told AFP that Spurs will struggle to avoid Premier League relegation due to "a lack of quality and a lack of management," though he welcomes the recent appointment of coach Roberto De Zerbi and believes the club should have signed players in the January transfer window.
21 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan came from two goals down to beat Como 4-3 on Sunday, extending their lead at the top of Serie A to nine points over Napoli, who drew 1-1 at Parma. With six matches remaining, Inter has what appears to be an unassailable lead in the Italian league.
13 April 2026 · The Namibian →
AC Milan lost 3-0 at home to Udinese on Saturday, falling nine points behind league leaders Inter Milan with six matches remaining. Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri warned that the club's Champions League qualification is now under threat after losing three of four recent matches.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan visit Fiorentina on Sunday seeking to maintain an eight-point Serie A lead, though recent defeats in the Milan derby and Champions League have dented their form ahead of Italy's World Cup play-off semi-final against Northern Ireland next week.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan drew 1–1 with Atalanta at home on Saturday after Nikola Krstovic's 82nd-minute equalizer, which Inter's coaching staff disputed, allowing AC Milan to close the gap in the title race. Napoli beat Lecce 2–1 with Scott McTominay returning from injury as a substitute.
15 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Napoli drew 2-2 at home against fourth-placed Roma on Sunday, with Donyell Malen scoring twice for Roma and Alisson Santos equalizing in the 82nd minute. The result leaves Serie A champions Napoli 11 points behind leaders Inter and three adrift of second-placed Milan.
16 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Poland midfielder Piotr Zielinski scored in the 90th minute as Inter Milan beat Juventus 3-2 on Saturday to move eight points clear at the top of Serie A. AC Milan remain second after Luka Modric's late goal secured a 2-1 win at Pisa.
15 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan defeated Sassuolo 5-0 on Sunday with Federico Dimarco providing three assists, extending their unbeaten run to 12 matches and moving eight points clear of AC Milan. In other Serie A action, Juventus drew 2-2 with Lazio after a last-minute goal.
9 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Rasmus Hojlund scored twice, including a penalty in added time, to secure a 3-2 comeback victory for Napoli over Genoa on Saturday. The win kept the injury-hit champions in third place, six points behind leaders Inter Milan.
8 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan visit Sassuolo on Sunday with the chance to extend their Serie A lead to eight points while AC Milan are unavailable due to the Winter Olympics opening ceremony at San Siro. Inter are on an 11-match unbeaten streak and targeting the Scudetto after Napoli's win last season.
7 February 2026 · The Namibian →
International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry says the organisation should focus on sport and preserve its neutrality, telling IOC members that while politics cannot be entirely separated from their work, the Games must remain a neutral ground where athletes can compete free from political divisions.
4 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan defeated Cremonese 2-0 on Sunday to extend their lead at the top of Serie A to eight points, though the match was marred when an Inter fan threw a firecracker that nearly hit Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero. The incident caused a brief stoppage but Audero suffered only minor injuries and was able to continue playing.
2 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Following their Champions League elimination to Chelsea, Napoli coach Antonio Conte says the injury-hit team must now concentrate on defending their Italian league title. Despite their slump in form, Conte defended his record, noting that Napoli won the Serie A title and Italian Supercup in his 18 months at the club despite serious player absences.
31 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Inter Milan came back from two goals down to beat promoted Pisa 6-2 on Friday, moving six points clear at the top of Serie A with their ninth win in a 10-match unbeaten run.
24 January 2026 · The Namibian →
German forward Niclas Fullkrug scored his first goal for AC Milan in a 1-0 win over Lecce on Sunday, keeping the club three points behind Serie A leaders Inter Milan. Fullkrug, on loan from West Ham United, headed home Alexis Saelemaekers's cross in the 76th minute.
19 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Iranian authorities have violently suppressed widespread protests that began in late December over currency devaluation and escalated into calls to end Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's rule. The US-based Iranian Human Rights Activists News Agency has confirmed at least 2,400 protester deaths, including 12 children, over three weeks, with the deadliest violence occurring last Thursday and Friday as security forces shot demonstrators across all 31 provinces.
15 January 2026 · The Namibian →