Serie A's Milan vs Como clash set for groundbreaking Australia fixture

Scheduled for the second weekend of February 2026, the matchday 24 fixture is poised to become one of the first top-flight Italian league games to be held outside Italy.

The FIGC's approval marks a significant step forward, though final consent must still be secured from FIFA, UEFA, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), and Football Australia — the local governing body charged with overseeing the event.

Describing the plan as a "historic overseas venture" for Serie A, the Italian FA emphasised the importance of this initiative in expanding the league's global reach.

The move highlights Serie A's ambition to engage international fans by bringing high-profile matches to new markets, while also addressing the logistical challenge posed by San Siro's Olympic commitments.

As the final approvals await, football fans in Australia may soon witness an elite Serie A showdown on home soil, signalling a bold new chapter for Italian club football.