Inter Milan delivered a breathtaking display of resilience and firepower on Friday night, overcoming an early two-goal deficit to thrash newly-promoted Pisa 6-2 at a rain-soaked San Siro. This emphatic victory extends Inter's lead at the summit of Serie A to a commanding six points, putting immense pressure on their title rivals.
A Dream Start for Pisa Turns into a Nightmare
The match began in shocking fashion for the home supporters as Pisa's Stefano Moreo capitalized on a poor pass from Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer in the 11th minute, chipping the ball brilliantly from near the halfway line into an empty net. The 5,000 traveling fans erupted in delight, and their joy doubled midway through the first half when Moreo headed home his second, putting the underdogs in a dream position.
Zielinski's Penalty Sparks the Comeback
The tide turned dramatically just before halftime when Piotr Zielinski converted a crucial penalty in the 39th minute. This goal ignited Inter's fightback, with strike partners Lautaro Martinez and Pio Esposito both powering home emphatic headers to complete a stunning turnaround and send the Nerazzurri into the break with a 3-2 lead.
Inter's Second-Half Onslaught Seals the Rout
Inter emerged from halftime with relentless intensity, completely overwhelming Alberto Gilardino's Pisa side. The final ten minutes saw a flurry of goals as Federico Dimarco, Ange-Yoan Bonny, and Henrikh Mkhitaryan all found the net, rounding off a comprehensive 6-2 victory. This result marks Inter's ninth win in an impressive 10-match unbeaten run in the league, showcasing their formidable form.
Title Race Implications and Pisa's Struggles
This thumping victory piles significant pressure on Inter's closest challengers. AC Milan, sitting second, face a tough away fixture at fourth-placed Roma on Sunday, while third-placed Napoli, now nine points adrift, travel to Turin after a concerning Champions League draw. For Pisa, the heavy defeat is a harsh reality check; they remain bottom of Serie A with just four points from their last ten matches, a stark contrast to their dream start in their first visit to San Siro since October 1990.
Inter's dominant performance not only solidifies their position at the top but also sends a clear message to the rest of Serie A about their title ambitions this season.
