Inter Milan Keeps Title Hopes Burning with Convincing Win in Turin
Don't write off Inter Milan just yet. Heading into the business end of the Serie A season, Inter strolled into the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino and delivered a strong message to their title rivals with a 2-0 win over Torino. The victory, marked by standout performances from Inter Milan's new faces and familiar leaders, pushed them to 61 points after 27 matches and maintained their grip on the title race.
Taking control from the first whistle, Inter dictated play with 59% possession. Their movements were smooth, their intentions clear. Torino, aiming to spoil the party, did muster up 15 shots but could only test the Inter keeper twice. Inter, in contrast, were far more ruthless in their finishing, putting 7 of their 11 attempts on target.
Zalewski's Dream Moment and Asllani's Reliable Nerves
The breakthrough came in the most memorable fashion for Matteo Zalewski. It was his very first goal since joining the Nerazzurri, and he made it count. Latching onto a quick pass, Zalewski powered Inter ahead, his celebration filled with relief and joy as his teammates swarmed him. Goals in moments like these don't just put your team ahead; they cement your place in the hearts of fans.
Inter built on that momentum in the second period. It took Christian Asllani just a few minutes after the restart to double the lead. He coolly slotted home a penalty after Darmian was brought down in the box, showing zero nerves on a big night. This wasn't just padding the scoreline; this was a statement that Inter aren't interested in leaving things to chance as the title race heats up.
Even with the attacking fireworks, Inter's defense quietly did its job. They stuck together, diving into tackles when needed and keeping things tidy at the back. The numbers tell a story: 467 passes completed, showing calm in possession, along with 29 clearances and just 12 fouls committed. Torino, despite some decent build-up, were constantly shut down at the business end of the pitch.
This win wasn't just about the two-goal margin; it was about keeping spirits high after their Champions League adventures while showing they can handle the rugged weekly grind in Italy. With just a handful of games left and every point precious, Inter's form couldn’t have come at a better time. Torino, sitting comfortably mid-table, served as a reminder that no Serie A night is easy—but on this occasion, Inter made it look routine.