Serie A side Monza defeated Albinoleffe 2-0 in an International Club Friendly on July 30, 2025. The friendly, with a late 11:30 PM kick-off, served as a preparation match for Monza ahead of the upcoming Italian top-flight season. Monza, featuring a mix of first-team regulars and squad players, controlled the tempo and secured the win with goals in each half. The match provided valuable playing time for the squad and allowed the manager to experiment with tactics and partnerships. For Albinoleffe, a club from the lower divisions, it was a good test against higher-level opposition. While the result is not paramount, a clean sheet and a win provide a positive feeling for Monza as their pre-season campaign continues. Both managers used the occasion to build fitness and assess player readiness.