Inter Milan showed their dominance on Sunday with a resounding 4-0 victory over Lecce, keeping them within striking distance of Serie A leaders Napoli. Goals from Davide Frattesi, Lautaro Martinez, Denzel Dumfries, and Mehdi Taremi secured the reigning champions’ seventh win in eight league games, showcasing their impressive form under manager Simone Inzaghi.
The team’s performance has put them three points behind Napoli and four points ahead of third-placed Atalanta, with a game in hand due to a previous match being abandoned. Inter’s upcoming fixtures include a crucial Champions League clash with Monaco and the highly anticipated Milan derby next weekend. They have maintained an outstanding away record, securing their eighth consecutive away win in Serie A without conceding a goal since September.
In the match against Lecce, Inter took an early lead through Davide Frattesi in the sixth minute, followed by a goal from captain Lautaro Martinez just before halftime. Denzel Dumfries added a third goal in the second half, with Mehdi Taremi converting a penalty to seal the win.
In another thrilling encounter, AC Milan staged a late comeback to secure a 3-2 victory over Parma. Trailing 2-1 heading into stoppage time, Milan rallied with goals from Tijjani Reijnders and Samuel Chukwueze, sending the San Siro crowd into celebration. However, tensions were evident within the team as manager Sergio Conceicao was involved in a heated exchange with former captain Davide Calabria.
Meanwhile, Lazio aimed to extend their lead over fifth-placed Juventus in a late Sunday match against Fiorentina. Juventus had suffered a 2-1 loss to Napoli on Saturday, adding more drama to the Serie A title race.
Overall, Inter Milan’s commanding performance against Lecce solidified their position as serious contenders for the Serie A title, setting the stage for an exciting battle with Napoli and other top teams in the league. The team’s form and determination will be crucial as they navigate through a challenging schedule in the coming weeks.
