"I saw the images of the NFL match at the Bernabéu: a beautiful event. But in football, there is still the idea that if something has never been done, then there must be a reason. Instead, I have always thought that we need to ask ourselves whether what has always been done is right or whether it is time for a change."
"Opening up to matches abroad, like the NFL, NBA, or the Giro d'Italia, which often starts outside the country, would be a step forward. We're trying with Milan-Como in Perth. Yes, Perth is very far away and will be an inconvenience for the fans, I understand that and agree. But looking to the future of Italian football, having an international stage could be an important calling card. It's a sacrifice that can be acceptable."
The Milan-Como match planned for Perth remains undecided because the necessary agreements have not been finalised. Serie A support for staging matches abroad exists, but contractual and logistical details are still outstanding. Several figures including Massimiliano Allegri, Mike Maignan, Adrien Rabiot, and Cesc Fabregas have voiced opposition to the idea. Ezio Simonelli compared the proposal to international sporting events like the NFL and Giro d'Italia and argued that opening up to overseas matches could benefit Italian football. Simonelli acknowledged fan inconvenience but suggested an international stage could serve as a valuable calling card and an acceptable sacrifice for future growth.
Read at SempreMilan
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