Serie A Regular Season - 20
Inter 2 - 2 FT Napoli
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
9' F. Dimarco (M. Thuram)
S. McTominay (E. Elmas) 26'
HT
62' ↓ P. Zielinski ↑H. Mkhitaryan
73' H. Calhanoglu
↓ S. Beukema ↑N. Lang 78'
S. McTominay (N. Lang) 81'
83' ↓ M. Thuram ↑F. Esposito
88' ↓ H. Calhanoglu ↑P. Sucic
88' ↓ L. Martinez ↑A. Bonny
88' ↓ F. Dimarco ↑Carlos Augusto
Juan Jesus 90'+2
↓ M. Politano ↑P. Mazzocchi 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Inter
Goalkeepers
Y. Sommer
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Y. Bisseck
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
M. Akanji
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bastoni
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Luis Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Barella
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
46%
Pass Acc
H. Calhanoglu
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
P. Zielinski
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
30%
Pass Acc
F. Dimarco
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
M. Thuram
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
L. Martinez
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
BENCH
A. Calligaris
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Taho
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. de Vrij
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Acerbi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Cocchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Augusto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Sucic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Frattesi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Diouf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Mkhitaryan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bonny
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Esposito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Napoli
Goalkeepers
V. Milinkovic-Savic
ARCHITECT
1
Key Passes
1
Key Passes
0
Assists
33%
Pass Acc
Defenders
S. Beukema
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
A. Rrahmani
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Juan Jesus
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
54%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
G. Di Lorenzo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Lobotka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. McTominay
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
L. Spinazzola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
M. Politano
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
19%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
E. Elmas
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
R. Hojlund
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
N. Contini
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Meret
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Buongiorno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Gutierrez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Marianucci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Mazzocchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Olivera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Vergara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Lang
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
12
Minutes
6.7
Rating
G. Ambrosino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Lucca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25/10/2025 | Napoli | 3 - 1 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 01/03/2025 | Napoli | 1 - 1 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 10/11/2024 | Inter | 1 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 17/03/2024 | Inter | 1 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 22/01/2024 | Napoli | 0 - 1 | Inter | Super Cup | Al Awal Park at King Saud University |
| 03/12/2023 | Napoli | 0 - 3 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
Inter Win
Napoli Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +26
P: 20 GD: +17
P: 20 GD: +13
P: 20 GD: +16
P: 20 GD: +12
P: 20 GD: +12
P: 20 GD: +6
P: 20 GD: +7
P: 20 GD: +5
P: 20 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -11
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -7
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 20 GD: -15
P: 20 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -15
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 27 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Scudetto Stalemate: McTominay Brace Thwarts Inter at the San Siro
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. A high-octane title clash that leaves the Scudetto race wide open as both giants refused to blink at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza.
Dimarco Ignites the Meazza
The encounter at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza began with the blistering tempo expected of a top-of-the-table six-pointer. Inter, current league leaders, asserted their authority early, utilizing the vision of Nicolò Barella to bypass the visitors' press. The breakthrough arrived in the 9th minute when F. Dimarco found the net following a sharp delivery from M. Thuram, sending the home crowd into raptures. Despite the early setback, the Balance of the match remained remarkably even, with both sides sharing 50% of the possession. Inter’s ability to turn defensive transitions into offensive threats kept the Napoli backline under constant duress, yet the visitors showed glimpses of the resilience that has defined their season context as title contenders.
VAR Drama and the Midfield Battle
Napoli’s response was orchestrated by the tireless running of their Scottish engine. In the 26th minute, S. McTominay leveled the score, capitalizing on a clever setup by E. Elmas. As the second half progressed, the Stakes reached a boiling point. The game took a controversial turn in the 69th minute when a VAR review confirmed a penalty for Inter after a challenge on Henrikh Mkhitaryan. H. Calhanoglu stepped up in the 73rd minute, clinical as ever from twelve yards, to restore Inter's advantage. The Nerazzurri seemed poised to extend their lead at the summit, controlling the rhythm while Napoli struggled to rediscover their offensive flow under the floodlights of Milan.
McTominay’s Final Word
Just as the home side appeared to have secured the points, the introduction of N. Lang from the bench provided the spark Napoli desperately needed. In the 81st minute, Lang turned provider, delivering a precise ball that allowed S. McTominay to ghost into the box and smash home his second of the night. An Intensity rating of 12.2 tells the story of a relentless final ten minutes where neither side was willing to settle for a point. Despite late pressure from Barella and the Inter attack, the match ended in a breathless 2-2 draw. The result keeps Inter six points ahead of their rivals, but the psychological boost belongs to the visitors, who proved they could go toe-to-toe with the champions on their own turf.
Key Questions
What made Scott McTominay the Man of the Match?
McTominay's 9.3 rating was fueled by two clinical goals and a dominant physical presence that disrupted Inter's midfield rhythm throughout the match.
What does this mean for Inter's season?
Inter remains top of Serie A with 46 points, but the draw prevents them from pulling away in the title race.
How did substitute Scott McTominay change the game?
Though he started the match, McTominay acted as the ultimate game-changer by scoring twice to equalize whenever Inter took the lead.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
The Meazza Showdown: Inter's Grip vs Napoli's Ambition
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 93/100. A definitive title rivalry match where Inter can cement their lead or Napoli can ignite a late-season comeback.
The Setup
The lights of the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza will shine brightest this January 11 as Inter look to extend their dominance at the top of the table. Boasting a Form rating of 7.5 after five straight wins, the Nerazzurri have turned their home ground into an impenetrable fortress. Standing in their way is a Napoli side that remains the biggest threat to the crown. With the Stakes reaching a maximum score of 10.0, this isn't just a game; it's a statement of intent. Napoli arrives with a solid away record, but they face a league-leading defense that has conceded only 19 goals all season.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this match lies in the duel between Marcus Thuram and the Napoli backline led by A. Buongiorno. Thuram’s ability to stretch defenses creates the necessary space for Inter's midfield to dictate the tempo. Conversely, Napoli will look to Rasmus Højlund to provide the clinical edge needed to beat Yann Sommer. It is a battle of efficiency versus resilience, where the first team to break the defensive Balance will likely seize control of the narrative.
Our Prediction
Expect a high-octane encounter where Inter's superior Stars eventually tell the story. While Napoli will find success on the counter-attack, Inter’s relentless pressure and home advantage should prove decisive. A 2-1 victory for the home side seems the most probable outcome, with Inter weathering a late storm from the visitors to secure three vital points in this crunch match.