Rabiot: Milan derby is ‘pure emotion’ | OneFootball

Adrien Rabiot is glad to return to action after an injury, especially in the derby della Madonnina against Inter: ‘pure emotion.’

The Rossoneri meet city rivals Inter at San Siro this evening.

It kicks off at 20:45 CET (19:45 GMT). Football Italia is among the accredited media at San Siro.

You can follow live updates and the build-up in the Football Italia LIVEBLOG.

Rabiot ‘happy to be back’ for Milan derby

MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 28: Adrien Rabiot of AC Milan

before the Serie A match between AC Milan and SSC Napoli at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

“I am happy to be back, I missed being on the pitch,” Rabiot told DAZN Italia.

“A match like this is pure emotion and enjoyment, so I’m really pleased to be here for it.”

Marcus Thuram is also making his return to the starting XI after injury, so did the two France internationals speak about this match over the last few days?

MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 23: Adrien Rabiot of AC Milan is pursued by Mohamed Kaba Drame of US Lecce during the Coppa Italia Frecciarossa Round of 16 match between AC Milan and US Lecce at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on September 23, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Jonathan Moscrop/Getty Images)

“No, we were both concentrated on the game. It’ll be a great battle, they are ready and so are we.”

Rabiot has missed the last five games due to an injury. Milan have collected two wins and three draws while the Frenchman was on the sidelines.

The Rossoneri are unbeaten in ten Serie A matches, while Inter have won 11 of the last 12 games across all competitions.