Bola.net – The hot match between Juventus and Inter Milan in Week 25 of the 2025/2026 Italian League leaves a long story. Pierre Kalulu was in the spotlight after receiving a red card at the Giuseppe Meazza, Sunday (15/02/2026).
The French defender was sent off towards the end of the first half after receiving a second yellow card. The incident occurred after a duel with Alessandro Bastoni which sparked a heated debate.
Television replays showed minimal contact in that moment. However, the referee’s decision stood and Kalulu had to leave the field early.
Inter finally secured a dramatic 3-2 victory with a last minute goal. This result makes the Nerazzurri firmly at the top of the standings with 61 points, while Juventus is stuck in fifth position with 46 points.
Pierre Kalulu’s response to the incident with Alessandro Bastoni
Pierre Kalulu was given a red card in the Inter Milan vs Juventus match, Sunday (15/02/2026). (c) Marco Alpozzi/LaPresse via AP Photo
The incident between Pierre Kalulu and Alessandro Bastoni immediately became the main topic of discussion in Italy. Moreover, Bastoni protested strongly against the referee and claimed that his jersey had been pulled.
A few days after the match, Bastoni even apologized publicly. However, Kalulu chose not to get involved in past polemics.
The 24 year old defender emphasized that his focus now is on looking at the next match. He didn’t want to continue discussing decisions that could no longer be changed.
“I haven’t seen what he said. The match is over now, we have to look forward and not think about it anymore. I will just say that it is very unfortunate,” admitted Kalulu, quoted from Goal.
Kalulu Admitted He Was Nervous After Receiving a Red Card
Pierre Kalulu’s expression when he was given a red card in the Inter Milan vs Juventus match, Sunday (15/02/2026). (c) Marco Alpozzi/LaPresse via AP Photo
The red card apparently left an emotional impact on Kalulu. He admitted that he felt great pressure a few days after the Derby d’Italia.
This situation came at a crucial moment when Juventus was preparing to face European matches. The rhythm of the game and the team’s momentum were disrupted due to absences and media attention.
Kalulu did not deny that he felt tense. However, he chose to limit his comments so as not to escalate the situation.
“Obviously I’m very nervous after this incident, it’s better to talk less because talking too much is useless. I have to think about the field, there are other people to talk to about these things,” he admitted.
Highlight Juventus’ crushing defeat to Galatasaray
Kalulu’s return to the starting lineup did not end well. Juventus actually fell 2-5 when facing Galatasaray in the Champions League in midweek.
The Bianconeri’s defense looked fragile throughout the match. The Turkish representative’s quick attacks repeatedly dismantled Juve’s back line.
Kalulu assessed that the defeat was more due to his own mistakes. He refused to blame the opponent’s tactics or superiority as the main factor.
“Goals always come from our own mistakes, that’s normal, but for me the most difficult thing was this second half: even with a red card we can’t give away so many chances,” he said.
“We need to understand well what happened, tonight is over and in football we have to immediately calm down because there are still other matches,” said Kalulu.
