Inter Stunned at Home as McTominay Double Denies Serie A Breakaway
Good evening, we’re coming to you from Milan where Inter thought they were on their way to a huge statement win, but Napoli had other ideas and one man in particular changed the mood inside the San Siro.
Inter Milan drew two–two with Napoli in a dramatic Serie A clash that had goals, controversy and a late twist. The league leaders were chasing the chance to pull clear at the top, playing at home, in front of their fans and they started exactly the way champions are supposed to.
Inside the first ten minutes, Federico Dimarco found space on the left, cut in and finished sharply from a tight angle. It was quick, confident football and it set the tone. Inter looked calm, in control and ready to stretch their lead in the title race.
But Napoli refused to fold. Midway through the first half, Scott McTominay made a powerful run from midfield, burst into the box and fired low at the near post to bring Napoli level. It was a reminder of his growing influence since arriving in Italy and it gave Napoli belief.
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The second half grew tense. Inter pushed harder, Napoli defended deeper and the match began to simmer. Then came the flashpoint. Inter were awarded a penalty after a challenge in the box, a decision that sparked furious protests from Napoli’s bench. Antonio Conte reacted angrily and was sent off, leaving his team without their manager for the final stretch.
Hakan Çalhanoğlu stepped up and smashed the penalty in off the post. Inter were back in front with just over fifteen minutes to play and at that moment, it felt like the leaders had done enough.
But Napoli had one more surge left. With nine minutes remaining, McTominay struck again. This time it was a first-time finish, clean and precise, into the bottom corner. No hesitation, no panic. Just quality under pressure. Two goals from midfield, in one of the toughest stadiums in Italy.
The match ended level and the reaction told the story. Inter missed the chance to go five points clear and instead remain only three points ahead of their rivals. Napoli move up to third, staying firmly in the title conversation, even after losing their manager on the touchline.
This result keeps the Serie A race wide open. Inter are still strong, still leading, but this was a warning. Napoli showed resilience, belief and a player in McTominay who can change big games.
From Milan, that’s the story tonight. A draw that feels like a win for Napoli and an opportunity missed for Inter, as the pressure at the top of Serie A continues to rise.
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