Inter secured a dominant 3-0 victory against Cagliari in their Serie A clash at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza. Despite a goalless first half, the home team surged in the latter stages, with goals from Marcus Thuram, Nicolo Barella, and a late strike by Piotr Zielinski, ensuring a comfortable win.
Thuram and Barella Spark Inter's Second-Half Surge
The match began with Cagliari showing aggression, evidenced by early yellow cards for Sebastiano Esposito and Gennaro Borrelli. However, it was Inter who found their rhythm after the break. In the 52nd minute, Thuram opened the scoring, connecting with Federico Dimarco's assist. Just four minutes later, Barella doubled the lead, capitalizing on Cagliari's defensive frailties.
Inter Controls Possession and Dominates Play
Inter's control of the game was reflected in their 56% possession and 522 completed passes with an impressive 89% completion rate. Their defensive solidity limited Cagliari to just one shot on target. In contrast, Inter's dynamic attack resulted in 18 shots, with five on goal, highlighting their offensive prowess.
Late Zielinski Goal Seals Victory
As the match neared its conclusion, Inter's bench strength came into play. Substitutes contributed to maintaining momentum, and in the 90th minute, Zielinski rounded off the scoring with a goal assisted by Denzel Dumfries. This victory bolsters Inter's form as they chase a strong finish in the league.
