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Beppe Marotta Post-Derby d’Italia Statement ‘Surprises’ Juventus Management

Originally posted on SempreInter.com  |  By Marko Vrakela  |  Last updated Feb 17, 2026 6:45 AM ET

Inter Milan president Beppe Marotta caught Juventus off guard with his comments following the Derby d’Italia.

According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Bianconeri chiefs were not expecting Marotta to voice strong criticism of their behavior.

Saturday’s mouth-watering Serie A showdown at San Siro produced a fair share of controversy.

Indeed, Inter Milan star Alessandro Bastoni was at the center of the drama.

Bastoni tricked referee Federico La Penna into sending off Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu in the first half.

Inter Milan President Beppe Marotta Catches Juventus by Surprise

Unable to reconcile with La Penna’s poor decision, several high-ranking Juventus members confronted the referee in the tunnel.

Furthermore, Bastoni has faced fierce backlash from fans, with the Italian center-back even receiving death threats on social media.

Meanwhile, it’s worth noting that Juventus had never attacked the Nerazzurri management.

However, Marotta condemned Giorgio Chiellini’s behavior in the aftermath of the Derby d’Italia.

Although his remarks caught the Juventus hierarchy by surprise, the clubs maintain a good relationship.

This article first appeared on SempreInter.com and was syndicated with permission.

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