Inter Secures Dramatic 2-1 Victory Against Verona with Last-Minute Goal in Serie A Thriller
In a thrilling Serie A encounter, Inter Milan secured a dramatic 2-1 victory against Hellas Verona. This match, held at Verona’s home ground, marked the tenth consecutive game without a win for the home side.
Match Highlights
Inter Milan’s unbeaten streak against Verona extended to 30 matches after this victory. Despite a hectic fixture schedule, coach Cristian Chivu revamped the starting lineup, but the team’s performance was strong from the outset.
Within three minutes, Piotr Zielinski tested goalkeeper Lorenzo Montipo, forcing a notable save. Inter continued to apply pressure, but it took a special moment to find the net.
First Half Dominance
- Goal by Piotr Zielinski: A side-footed volley from the edge of the area stunned Montipo.
- Verona’s Response: Gift Orban assisted Giovane, who leveled the match with a well-placed shot.
Verona’s determination showed as they equalized before halftime, with Giovane scoring his first goal in European football. Orban was close to giving Verona the lead, hitting the post just before the break.
Second Half Struggles
The two teams returned for the second half with a more cautious approach. Inter struggled to regain their previous dominance and had to rely on substitutions from the bench. Key players such as Denzel Dumfries and Nicolo Barella were called into action but failed to break the deadlock.
Dramatic Finish
As the match approached stoppage time, Inter Milan pressed for a winner. A late cross from Barella evaded the attackers but took a fortuitous deflection off Martin Frese, finding the back of the net. This last-minute goal was decisive, condemning Verona to a 12-game winless streak at home.
Statistics Summary
| Statistic | Inter Milan | Hellas Verona |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 2 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 3 |
| Possession | 61% | 39% |
This result puts Inter Milan just one point behind the defending champions, SSC Napoli, after their ninth win in ten matches this season. Meanwhile, Hellas Verona remains in the relegation zone, with their struggles continuing.
Giovane’s performance earned him the Man of the Match title, highlighting his significant contribution despite the disappointing outcome for his team.
