Christopher Nkunku scored an 83rd-minute penalty as AC Milan held Inter Milan to a 1-1 draw in Perth. The pre-season Derby della Madonnina finished level in front of a big crowd at Optus Stadium.
Federico Dimarco had opened the scoring for Inter early in the second half. The defender struck from close range in the 52nd minute to give his side the lead.
AC Milan struggled to create clear chances in what proved a largely error-strewn contest. They were handed a lifeline late on when Nkunku was brought down inside the area.
Carlos Augusto was adjudged to have conceded the foul that led to the spot-kick. Nkunku stepped up himself and converted calmly to restore parity for Milan.
The game was played in front of 52, 310 fans at Optus Stadium in Perth, Australia. Both sides used the fixture to build fitness ahead of the new campaign.
There was a poignant moment before kick-off with a minute's silence observed. The tribute followed the recent death of AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi.
Veteran midfielder Luka Modrić made a 30-minute appearance for AC Milan. His outing came after signing a recent one-year contract extension with the club.
For new AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim, it was a second match in charge without victory. Amorim had overseen a 2-2 draw against Celtic in his opening game.
Inter Milan arrived under Cristian Chivu as reigning Serie A champions. Chivu will have seen enough solidity despite being denied a pre-season win.
In truth it was a lacklustre friendly where AC Milan were fortunate to escape with a draw. Neither side will read too much into the result at this stage.
