After shining in Milan, the 36-year-old Edin Dzeko stepped out onto the King Fahd international Stadium in Riyadh where empty stands gave away to a high emotional pitch. With some beats from mid-Noughties club music playing through speakers, he felt invigorated; almost like his younger self again. As if reading his mind, the Mediaset interviewer asked him,”Edin! Your birthday is coming up soon – how old are you going to be?”
Edin Dzeko has long been an unparalleled icon for Inter Milan. As he stepped out onto the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh on the 13th of January 2021, it seemed the 36-year-old veteran had something special to give. With the pitch filled with empty stands, the atmosphere was surprisingly high and full of emotion. And yet, it only strengthened Edin’s invigorated spirit as he led his team to victory at the Supercoppa Final.
With a history that stretches back to 1908, Inter Milan have always been known as a powerhouse in Italian football. And despite recent struggles, their loyal fans never stopped believing in them—and especially in Edin Dzeko. He made his debut for Inter Milan in 2015 and ever since, his presence has been integral to their success.
It’s no wonder then why Edin felt so invigorated when he stepped out onto the pitch that day; he knew what this match meant not just to him but also to all of his supporters. With some beats from mid-Noughties club music playing through speakers, the atmosphere was electric and charged with emotion—it felt like a tribute of sorts was being paid to both Edin and Inter Milan alike.
The match began with a bang—or rather with a header from Matías Vecino that put Inter ahead 1–0 after just five minutes! It was Edin who opened up space for Vecino’s goal thanks to some clever interplay between him and Romelu Lukaku—something that would become a defining trait throughout the entire match.
As if reading Edin’s mind, a Mediaset interviewer asked him after the match,”Edin! Your birthday is coming up soon – how old are you going to be?” To which he replied: “36”. His answer sent ripples of laughter throughout the stadium as everyone celebrated Edin’s longevity as well as his commitment towards leading Inter Milan back towards glory once again.
And glory is exactly what they achieved on that day; not only did they win their first Supercoppa title since 2011 but they also earned redemption after losing out on last year’s Serie A title by just one point behind Juventus. It was certainly a sweet victory for all involved and none more so than Edin himself who appeared visibly pleased when lifting up the trophy at full time!
The man of the hour wore his iconic Inter Milan jersey with pride as he celebrated alongside his teammates and coaching staff; it was certainly an inspiring sight for any football fan around the world! It almost seemed like fate itself had conspired together so that on this day of all days, Edin could lead his boys back home victorious against Juve—the very same team who denied them last year’s Serie A crown.
Overall it was truly an inspiring performance from one of Italy’s most decorated players; one that will live long in memory for everyone associated with Inter Milan! Not only did Edin Dzeko help them reclaim their Supercoppa crown but he also showed everyone watching just how much heart and passion still resides within this incredible squad!