The Champions League opener at San Siro turned into a nightmare for AC Milan as they suffered a 3-1 defeat against Liverpool, triggering an immediate and fierce response from the home crowd. The stadium, far from being sold out despite the match’s significance, became a cauldron of discontent in the final minutes of the game.
As the scoreline tilted heavily in Liverpool’s favor and Milan players appeared increasingly dejected and listless, fans began to voice their frustration. The protest started around the 75th minute when many spectators chose to leave the stadium early, with over 20 minutes still left to play. This exodus was a clear sign of disapproval towards the team’s lackluster performance and Liverpool’s evident superiority.
The most vocal protests originated from the Curva Sud, Milan’s hardcore fan section. Insulting chants echoed through the stadium, with two particularly prominent ones standing out. The first, a classic “Show some balls!” was an attempt to provoke a reaction from the players on the pitch. The second, “You’ve pissed us off!”, resonated throughout the entire stadium.
This outburst of anger follows a pre-match protest that had been planned before the Venezia game but was temporarily set aside after Milan’s 4-0 victory just three days prior. The swift return to poor form seems to have reignited and intensified the fans’ frustrations.
