Inter Milan Legend To Feature In Coverage Of Libya Friendly Against Atletico Madrid

Originally posted on SempreInter.com | By Sam Wilson | Last updated Oct 10, 2025 5:17 AM ET

Today’s friendly between Inter and Atletico Madrid goes beyond football – it’s a ‘global message of peace, diplomacy, and social responsibility’.

As Tuttosport reports, via FCInterNews, the match in Benghazi was originally meant to feature Barcelona, who later withdrew due to scheduling conflicts.

Instead, the Nerazzurri will face Atletico Madrid.

Both squads face absences due to the international break but fans of the two teams will get to see some of their favourite players in action.

The Benghazi International Stadium has sold out its 40,000 seats, with the Libyan organisers aiming to prove they can host major international events safely.

Inter Milan Legend Zanetti To Commentate On Friendly Against Atletico

Among the high-profile guests are football icons Ronaldo Nazário, Roberto Carlos, and Ronaldinho.

Inter legend Javier Zanetti, now vice president of the Nerazzurri, will take part in the coverage of the event for beIN Sports, adding prestige to an already symbolic fixture.

Tuttosport also recalls a unique historical link – former Inter coach Eugenio Bersellini once managed both the Libyan national team and Tripoli clubs Al Ahly and Al Ittihad in 1999.

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

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