Inter Milan not only triumphed over Barcelona in a dramatic extra-time battle at the San Siro, but they also sent a carefully crafted message that didn’t go unnoticed. Shortly after the final whistle, the Italian club posted a subtle yet pointed phrase in perfect Spanish on their official X (formerly Twitter) profile: “120 minutes at the San Siro feel very long.”

For many Real Madrid fans, the message struck a familiar chord—an unmistakable echo of Juanito’s legendary warning to Inter ahead of the second leg of the 1985–86 UEFA Cup semi-final: “90 minutes at the Bernabéu are very long.” That phrase has since become deeply embedded in Real Madrid folklore, often referenced during the club’s famous European comebacks.

By adapting it to their own context, Inter Milan created what fans see as both a tribute to Madrid’s history and a pointed dig at Barcelona. Without naming Barça or making any overt provocations, the Italian giants let the message speak for itself—clever, calculated, and powerful.

The post has been widely celebrated among Real Madrid supporters online, many of whom now view Inter as an unexpected ally during this critical point in the season. With El Clásico just around the corner, the events at San Siro may have more influence than anyone could have anticipated.

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