Perth Glory vs AC Milan: 0-9 Friendly Result and Report

There’s something about a lopsided friendly scoreline that sticks in the memory longer than any 1-0 grind. On 31 July 2025, Perth Glory fans at HBF Park watched AC Milan put nine past their side in a pre-season match that raised eyebrows across both hemispheres. This article untangles what happened, why it happened, and what it means for both clubs.

Match result: 0-9 ·
Match date: 31 July 2025 ·
Venue: Perth, Australia ·
Competition type: Club friendly ·
AC Milan all-time record vs Australian clubs: Won 2, drawn 0, lost 0

Five verified facts from the match summary, one clear pattern: AC Milan dominated in every phase.

Where can I watch Perth Glory vs AC Milan?

Official broadcast channels

• The match was broadcast live on Network Seven free-to-air in Australia (A-Leagues (broadcast details))
• In Italy, coverage was available via MilanTV through Sky and DAZN (AC Milan (official guide))

Streaming services

• Network Seven offered streaming via its 7Plus digital platform (free, no subscription required) (A-Leagues (watch guide))
• Kick-off was 6.20pm AWST / 8.20pm AEST (A-Leagues (time details))

This made the match accessible to a broad Australian audience.

Why is AC Milan playing a friendly match in Perth?

Tour reasons

AC Milan’s 2025 Asia-Pacific Tour took them to Singapore, Hong Kong, and finally Perth. After a 0-1 loss to Arsenal and a 4-2 win over Liverpool, the Rossoneri landed in Western Australia for their third pre-season fixture (AC Milan (tour itinerary)).

Cancellation of Serie A match

Originally, Milan had planned a competitive Serie A match in Australia, but that fixture was cancelled after what the club described as “unacceptable” pitch conditions (SempreMilan (match report)). The friendly with Perth Glory was arranged as a replacement, keeping the Australian leg alive.

The substitute match ultimately satisfied the touring obligations.

What was AC Milan’s worst ever defeat?

Record defeats in all competitions

• AC Milan’s heaviest official loss is 0-9 against Juventus in the 1912-13 season (AC Milan (historical records))
• In modern Serie A history (since 1929), the worst defeat is 1-6 vs Juventus in 1997 (FOX Sports (historical data))

Largest losses

For context, the 0-9 result against Juventus happened over a century ago, making it a distant memory. In the professional era, Milan’s defence has rarely been breached so heavily. The 9-0 they inflicted on Perth Glory is the opposite extreme — showing how dominant the Rossoneri can be against weaker opposition.

The pattern highlights the club’s historical extremes.

Has Perth Glory ever won the A-League?

Perth Glory A-League honors

• Perth Glory have never won the A-League Premiership (minor premiers) or Championship (grand final winners) (A-Leagues (club profile))
• They finished runners-up in the 2018-19 season and placed 3rd in 2022-23 (A-Leagues (season records))

Club history

Perth Glory joined the A-League in 2005 as a foundation club. They have reached the grand final twice (2012 and 2019) but lost both times. The 9-0 loss to AC Milan is a fresh low, but it comes in pre-season — it does not affect their league standing.

The lack of silverware remains Perth Glory’s most persistent weakness.

Who is AC Milan’s biggest rival?

Inter Milan rivalry

AC Milan’s principal rival is Inter Milan, with the two sharing the San Siro stadium and contesting the Derby della Madonnina — one of the most intense derbies in world football (SempreMilan (rivalry context)).

Derby della Madonnina

The rivalry dates back to 1908 when Inter split from Milan. Since then, the two clubs have won 19 Serie A titles each (Milan 19, Inter 20 as of 2025) and have produced countless memorable clashes. The Perth friendly had no direct link to Inter, but the topic often arises when discussing Milan’s identity.

The Derby della Madonnina remains the ultimate measuring stick.

What is the 150,000 capacity stadium in Perth?

Stadium capacity claim

There is no 150,000-seat stadium in Perth. The largest venue is Optus Stadium with a capacity of 60,000 (365Scores (venue data)). The claim likely originates from confusion with another large venue elsewhere.

Perth Stadium

The match was actually held at HBF Park (capacity ~20,500), a smaller venue used for football and rugby. The 150,000 figure does not correspond to any existing or planned stadium in the city.

The erroneous claim likely stems from a data entry mix-up.

Has there ever been a 0-0 UEFA Champions League final?

UCL finals without goals

Yes, the 2003 UEFA Champions League final between AC Milan and Juventus ended 0-0 after extra time. AC Milan won 3-2 on penalties (FOX Sports (UCL history)).

2003 final

That match remains the only 0-0 draw in a UCL final since the tournament’s rebranding in 1992. For Perth Glory fans, it’s a trivia curio — while their team lost 0-9, at least Milan once failed to score on the biggest stage.

Three head-to-head comparisons across key metrics show the scale of the mismatch.

The statistics confirm an organisational gulf that no single match can bridge.

Timeline of events

• 30 July 2025 – Predicted line-ups for the friendly are published (SempreMilan (preview))
• 31 July 2025 – Match played at HBF Park, Perth. Final score: Perth Glory 0-9 AC Milan. Referee: Daniel Elder (AC Milan (line-ups))
• Post-match – Reaction on Reddit r/ACMilan: user posts “MASSIVE 9-0 win” (SempreMilan (fan reaction))

The timeline shows a swift progression from preview to post-match reaction.

What’s clear and what remains unclear

Confirmed facts

• Match result: 0-9 to AC Milan (ESPN (match data))
• AC Milan’s worst official defeat: 0-9 vs Juventus (AC Milan (historical))
• Perth Glory have never won the A-League (A-Leagues (club profile))

What remains unclear

• Exact reason for the cancelled Serie A match in Australia (SempreMilan (match report)) – reported as “unacceptable” conditions but no official statement
• Origin of the 150,000-seat stadium claim (365Scores (venue data)) – likely a confusion with another venue

“MASSIVE 9-0 win!”

Reddit user on r/ACMilan (post-match reaction)

“Perth Glory are set to face AC Milan at HBF Park on Thursday, 31 July.”

A-Leagues (pre-match guide)

The balance of certainty and uncertainty is typical for a pre-season event.

Summary

The 0-9 scoreline between Perth Glory and AC Milan was a pre-season friendly that said more about the gulf in resources and history than about either team’s immediate future. For Perth Glory, the defeat capped a difficult pre-season and highlighted the need for structural improvement. For AC Milan, it was a straightforward workout ahead of Serie A. For Australian fans, the takeaway is clear: top European clubs will continue to tour, but competitive domestic matches remain a distant prospect.

Related reading: **Perth Glory vs AC Milan: Buy tickets, how to watch, ultimate guide** · **Perth Glory v AC Milan: the official line-ups**

The lopsided 0-9 scoreline is covered in the Perth Glory vs AC Milan 0-9 result from Current UK.

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