The derby on Sunday is marked by a battle for honor and pride rather than merely an accumulation of points. Should Inter claim victory, the festivities for their scudetto championship would essentially commence right after the final whistle, highlighted by a parade organized by fans that will traverse the city center from Cordusio. This celebration coincides with the 118th anniversary of the club's foundation, happening right at midnight between Sunday and Monday. The absence of similar celebrations in the past suggests that this occasion may be leveraged to initiate the longest championship celebration in history. It seems superstitions are not a concern among the fans at the stadium.

With only ten matches remaining in the season after the derby, a 10-point lead would be substantial, while a 13-point advantage would offer an assured safety net for Inter. If Milan manages to reduce the deficit to 7 points, it may only increase their odds slightly in the championship race. Inter hasn't won the derby for the past six matches after dominating the previous six under coach Inzaghi, which adds further narrative tension to this ingoing competition.