Jose Mourinho’s ‘homecoming’ to the Giuseppe Meazza was spoilt by Inter, as the Nerazzurri cruised to a comfortable 2-0 victory. An early tap-in by former Roma marksman Edin Dzeko was followed by a Alexis Sanchez stunner in the second half to hand Inter a spot in the semi-finals of the Coppa Italia.
The Giallorossi boss was welcomed by Inter ultras in a heartwarming reception that prompted him to send kisses flying towards the stands before the match kicked off.
Although he has faced the Nerazzurri on multiple occasions since leaving the club after the historic 2009/10 season, it was his first return to the San Siro to face his former club.
Owing to his treble-winning exploits with the club over a decade ago, the Curva Nord welcomed the Roma manager with a ‘welcome home, Jose’ banner.
Mourinho led Inter to the first-ever treble by an Italian club in history, with the emphatic campaign in 2009/10, after which he left Milan for a role at Real Madrid. He won two Serie A titles, one Champions League and one Coppa Italia during his time as Inter’s tactician.
Supporters of the blue and black side of the Milan divide haven’t forgotten their beloved ex-manager, still endearingly reminiscing his achievements for the club even after 12 years.
Inter managed to secure their first trophy post the Mourinho era only last season, when they captured the elusive Scudetto title under Antonio Conte.