After Marcus Thuram scored an early goal for Inter against Feyenoord, the San Siro stadium, which had been unusually quiet, finally heard a significant burst of noise. This was because Inter’s ultra fans were staging a silent protest against the high cost of tickets.
The Champions League Round of 16 second leg match began in a strange atmosphere. The Curva Nord, normally known for their loud and enthusiastic support, chose to remain silent.
Their silence was immediately noticeable. The Feyenoord fans, who had travelled to Milan, were much louder, and their chants filled the stadium, making it feel more like an away game for Inter.
Silent Protest at San Siro: Inter Ultras Refuse to Chant for First 20 Minutes Against Feyenoord
The protest was planned in advance and started even before the game. A banner was displayed outside the stadium which directly criticized the club’s ticket pricing policy. The banner, aimed at Inter’s management, stated:
“’Football belongs to the fans,’ – a common lie. Sixty-five euros shows your shame.”
Luckily for Inter coach Simone Inzaghi and his team, the silent protest only lasted for 20 minutes. When the Curva Nord started singing again, the atmosphere in the stadium changed completely. San Siro once again became the intimidating venue it is known to be for European matches.