Inter Milan ended their losing run with a nervy 1-0 victory over Hellas Verona at the San Siro, moving to within three points of Serie A leaders Napoli. The defending champions made a fast start, earning a penalty in the ninth minute when Verona defender Nicolas Valentini was adjudged to have handled in the area. Albania midfielder Kristjan Asllani stepped up and sent Verona goalkeeper Lorenzo Montipo the wrong way to open the scoring with his first Serie A goal of the season.
The win was a welcome relief for Inter Milan, who had suffered back-to-back defeats in the league and were looking to bounce back after a thrilling 3-3 draw with Barcelona in the Champions League semi-finals midweek. Simone Inzaghi’s side made a strong start, dominating possession and creating scoring opportunities, but Verona’s defense held firm for the most part. Asllani’s penalty proved to be the decisive goal, and Inter Milan’s players celebrated enthusiastically after the strike.
Despite the win, Inter Milan’s performance was not convincing, with neither team crafting clear-cut chances throughout the match. In fact, Asllani’s goal was one of just three shots on target between the two sides over the course of the 90 minutes. Verona, who had lost just one of their last five league outings, struggled to create significant opportunities, and Inter Milan’s defense held strong to secure the win.
The victory leaves Inter Milan three points behind leaders Napoli, with three matches remaining for both sides. Inter Milan will be looking to build on this momentum as they head into the final stretch of the season, and the win will give them confidence heading into the Champions League semi-final second leg against Barcelona on Tuesday. The Italian side will be focused on securing the win and making a strong case for the title, and this victory will be a crucial stepping stone in their quest.
The win also highlights Inter Milan’s determination and resilience, as they looked to overcome a tough schedule and secure the three points. With the title within their grasp, Inter Milan will be focused on maintaining their momentum and pushing for the championship. The team’s performance will be closely watched in the coming weeks, and they will look to build on this win to achieve their goals.