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Easily beat Como 1907, Inter Milan closes in on top spot

TB (summary) December 24, 2024 08:39

Augusto and Thuram both scored, bringing a 2-0 victory for Inter Milan against Como 1907 in round 17 of Serie A.

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Defender Augusto celebrates opening goal

Being rated higher and having home field advantage, Inter Milan players had no difficulty in creating an overwhelming situation against Como 1907 in the match early this morning, December 24.

However, coach Simone Inzaghi's team could not penetrate the visitors' solid defense in the first half.

The turning point came early in the second half when Calhanoglu set up Augusto for a precise finish, breaking the deadlock of the match.

The match became more tense, coach Cesc Fabregas overreacted and received a yellow card from referee Antonio Giua.

In the second half, Como 1907 players tried to put pressure to find an equalizer but were unable to do so. Not only that, the away team also conceded another goal in the 90+2 minute.

Receiving a favorable pass from Zielinski, Marcus Thuram finished accurately, sealing a 2-0 victory for Inter Milan.

This result helps Inter Milan gain 37 points, narrowing the gap with the top team Atalanta to 3 points. If they win the make-up match, the blue half of Milan will take the top spot in Serie A thanks to a higher goal difference than their opponent (27 compared to 23).

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Easily beat Como 1907, Inter Milan closes in on top spot