Inter Milan displayed dominance in their 2-0 victory over arch-rivals AC Milan, securing their 20th Serie A title with five games remaining.
Francesco Acerbi capitalised on lax Milan defending, heading the Nerazzurri into the lead within 20 minutes of game opening.
Marcus Thuram extended their lead in the 49th minute, following several missed opportunities. Fikayo Tomori’s late goal for Milan added tension, but Inter held on to seal their first Scudetto since 2020-21.
Manager Simone Inzaghi celebrated his inaugural Serie A title, adding to his impressive coaching record.
The Nerazzurri broke the deadlock in just 18 minutes at San Siro, with Acerbi nodding in Benjamin Pavard’s flick-on from Federico Dimarco’s corner. Lautaro Martinez missed a clear chance, while Milan’s Rafael Leao tested Yann Sommer. Inter’s Thuram and Nicolo Barella also squandered opportunities, with Maignan denying Calabria at the other end.
Inter doubled their lead early in the second half as Thuram found the net with a precise strike from outside the box. Milan’s Leao threatened, but Sommer denied him. Tomori pulled one back for Milan, leading to a frantic finish with Noah Okafor’s effort cleared off the line.
Tensions escalated in stoppage time, resulting in red cards for Hernandez and Dumfries, and Calabria for striking Frattesi. Referee Andrea Colombo ended the match, marking Inter’s triumphant title win.
While Inter revel in their victory, Milan’s Stefano Pioli faces scrutiny after recent disappointments in the Europa League and derby defeat.
