The project for the new Generali Stadium, intended to replace the Meazza in the San Siro area, was officially presented by the two Milanese teams, Inter and AC Milan, during the last Milan derby. The structure, created by the British architect NormanFoster and his studio Foster+Partners in collaboration with the Italian architect DavidManica, promises to transform the area into a new sporting and cultural hub.
In the context of the derby, the two teams announced that the new stadium will be inaugurated by the 2026-27 season. The project involves an "X" shaped concrete system, with large openings on the portico that recall the tradition of historic porticoes. Foster explained that the architectural element was inspired, in part, by the works of PierLuigiNervi, acting as structural support for the corridors and roof, giving the complex a visual and functional identity.
During an interview with LaGazzettadelloSport, the architect underlined that the Generali Stadium stands out for its "efficiency" and the "visual satisfaction" it offers visitors. He defined the project as “monumental” and “Milanese”, highlighting the intent to create a building emblematic of his career. Foster also expressed the idea of preserving a significant part of the memory of the old SanSiro, integrating it into the new redevelopment project of the entire area.
The new stadium, in addition to hosting football matches, will be designed to host cultural and commercial events, helping to transform the area into a hub of multidisciplinary activity. The project, which sees the collaboration of two internationally renowned architects, aims to maintain the energy and tradition of the SanSiro, while offering a modern and functional structure for future generations.
With the official presentation of the Generali Stadium, Inter and Milan marked a new chapter in the history of the Milan derby. The next step will be the definition of the construction details and the planning of the demolition works of the Meazza, while the two teams prepare to exploit the new facility for the coming seasons. The sporting community and fans will thus be able to await with interest the inauguration of an architectural symbol that promises to redefine the football experience in Milan.