Inter score twice in seven minutes and control a 2-0 win over Como

Esposito finished Inter’s first clean attack

Inter established a high defensive line and moved the ball confidently from the opening minute. Como’s first counter ended with Nico Paz shooting over, but the visitors struggled to keep possession long enough to move Inter backwards.

The first goal came in the 12th minute. Thuram released Djed Spence on the overlap, and the wing-back’s low cross reached Esposito, who completed the move from inside the area.

Thuram doubled the lead before Como adjusted

Only seven minutes separated the goals. Alex Valle failed to clear the second attack and Thuram reacted quickly, driving a right-footed shot into the net for 2-0.

Inter continued to press after the goal but became more selective as Como gained longer spells of possession. Carlos Augusto and Esposito still produced further attempts, showing that the home side could threaten without committing every midfielder forward.

The second half required a different approach

The Serie A fixture took place on 8 November. Como returned with more of the ball, while Inter defended from a slightly deeper position and kept the space between midfield and defence compact.

Federico Dimarco and Thuram both came close to a third goal on transitions. At the other end, Nico Paz provided Como’s clearest moment when his first-time shot struck the crossbar late in the match.

Inter protected the work of the opening 20 minutes

The final score was built on the speed and accuracy of Inter’s first two combinations. Esposito attacked the correct space for the opener, while Thuram followed the next loose ball instead of waiting outside the area.

Once the advantage was secure, Inter reduced risk and forced Como to attack through a crowded centre. The visitors improved after half-time, but they did not create enough high-quality chances to challenge the two-goal margin.