"We're very pleased with the success of this event. Having a full stadium is incredibly rewarding, demonstrating that this globalisation effort is bearing fruit. We even met locals wearing Napoli and Milan caps, which is proof that this initiative is bearing fruit."
"The game will be played in Perth on February 8th as scheduled. We had a formal meeting with Infantino. We had a number of concerns about the requirements we received, but Collina gave us ample assurances regarding the Asian referees. This condition, which was the most difficult to accept, we will accept. We overcame the hurdle regarding the referees thanks to the great confidence we have in Collina."
AC Milan's Serie A fixture against Como is scheduled for Perth on February 8, which would be the first competitive European league match held abroad. An official proposal gained momentum behind the plan, but doubts arose due to FIFA pressure and unexpected demands from the Asian Football Confederation. Logistical concerns centered on referee requirements and other conditions. A formal meeting with Infantino led to assurances about appointing Asian referees, a condition initially difficult to accept but ultimately accepted, overcoming a major hurdle. The successful Supercoppa in Saudi Arabia and full stadiums reinforced the drive toward globalisation.
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