Milan won an important match prior to the derby by defeating Palermo 4-0. This could be the final match Milan plays with Berlusconi as president. Adriano Galliani left the following statement to Milan TV:
"I spoke with the president: if this was our last game, it was a great one. If we go from being in charge to being history, then we will stop to see everything which we have done in 31 years. Then we will remember the eight finals and much more. Regardless, tomorrow I have a dinner appointment with Berlusconi at Arcore."
