Juventus claimed a hard-fought 4-3 victory over rivals Inter Milan in a thrilling seven-goal match on Saturday. English defender Lloyd Kelly set the tone for the exciting game by scoring the opening goal for Juventus.
Kelly’s goal was a historic moment, making him only the second English player ever to score in a Serie A game between the two Italian giants. This impressive feat matches a record that has stood untouched for more than six decades, highlighting a rare achievement for an English player in Italy.
⚽ An Action-Packed Rivalry Match
In an exciting Serie A clash, Juventus narrowly defeated Inter Milan 4-3. The match was full of goals and kept fans on the edge of their seats. Defender Lloyd Kelly got Juventus off to a great start by scoring the first goal of the game.
📜 A Historic English Achievement
Kelly’s goal etched his name in the history books. He is now only the second Englishman to score in this famous rivalry match. The only other player to do it was Gerald Hitchens, who scored for Inter Milan during the 1961-62 season, a remarkable 63 years ago.
✈️ Kelly’s Path to Juventus
Before moving to Italy, Kelly played for Bournemouth and Newcastle United and also represented England at the youth level. He joined Juventus on an initial loan in early 2025, and the club made the move permanent for €17.5 million, showing their belief in the talented defender.
