Inter Milan overcame a determined Como side with a 2-0 victory at the San Siro, closing out the 17th round of Serie A. Despite the disparity in league standings, Simone Inzaghi’s men faced a challenging evening but capitalised on key moments to claim all three points.
The breakthrough came early in the second half when Carlos Augusto headed home a pinpoint corner from Hakan Çalhanoğlu in the 48th minute. The Brazilian defender, in fine scoring form, netted his second goal in as many matches.
Como, under the guidance of Cesc Fàbregas, put in a spirited performance. Their well-organised defence, bolstered by Sergi Roberto, and the creative play of Nico Paz in transitions posed problems for the Nerazzurri. The visitors applied constant pressure, forcing Inter into uncomfortable positions and creating several dangerous opportunities. Nico Paz’s left-footed strike in the 60th minute required a spectacular save from Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer.
Despite Como’s resilience, Inter sealed the win in injury time when Marcus Thuram unleashed a stunning strike into the top corner, marking his 20th goal of 2024.
The victory lifts Inter to 37 points, maintaining pressure on Atalanta and Napoli in the title race. With a game in hand, the Nerazzurri head into the festive period in high spirits, while Como can take pride in their competitive display, reflecting their recent improvements.
