In a night that will live long in the memory of the Nerazzurri faithful, Inter Milan booked their place in the Coppa Italia final with a breathtaking 3-2 victory over Como at the San Siro. In what appeared to be one of the greatest upsets in recent Italian cup history, Simone Inzaghi’s side (led on […]
In a night that will live long in the memory of the Nerazzurri faithful, Inter Milan booked their place in the Coppa Italia final with a breathtaking 3-2 victory over Como at the San Siro.
In what appeared to be one of the greatest upsets in recent Italian cup history, Simone Inzaghi’s side (led on the night by Cristian Chivu) clawed back from two goals down, driven by a masterclass from Turkish talisman Hakan Calhanoglu.
Como Stun San Siro with Clinical Start
Entering the second leg after a goalless draw in the first, the pressure was firmly on the Serie A leaders.
However, it was the “surprise package” Como who looked more at home under the San Siro lights.
Cesc Fabregas’ side played with a bravery that belied their underdog status, clinical in their execution.
Martin Baturina opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, finishing a slick team move that silenced the home crowd.
The shock deepened early in the second half when captain Lucas Da Cunha doubled the visitors’ lead, placing Como on the verge of their first-ever Coppa Italia final.
At 2-0 down and with the clock ticking, Inter’s hopes of a domestic double seemed to be evaporating.
Hakan Calhanoglu: The Catalyst for the Nerazzurri Revival
With the season on the line, Hakan Calhanoglu took the game by the scruff of the neck.
The midfielder, who has become the heartbeat of this Inter side, sparked the comeback in the 69th minute.
His deflected effort found the back of the net, injecting a surge of belief into the San Siro atmosphere.
As Inter poured forward, the pressure became relentless.
In the 86th minute, Calhanoglu rose highest to guide home a header, leveling the score on the night and on aggregate.
The Turkish international’s brace served as a reminder of his elite status in Italian football, proving once again why he is indispensable to the Nerazzurri project.
Petar Sucic Seals the Comeback in Last-Gasp Drama
The drama didn’t end with the equalizer. With the match seemingly headed for extra time, Inter struck a final, decisive blow.
In the 89th minute, Petar Sucic—who had been instrumental in the buildup throughout the second half—found the winner, completing an extraordinary turnaround.
The goal sent the San Siro into a frenzy, confirming Inter’s ticket to the final in Rome on May 13.
Inter Milan Chase Domestic Double in Rome Final
By overcoming a resilient Como side, Inter Milan remain on track for a historic season.
Currently leading the race for the Scudetto, the Nerazzurri will now face either Atalanta or Lazio in the final at the Stadio Olimpico.
For Simone Inzaghi, this victory reinforces the mental fortitude of a squad that refuses to be beaten, keeping the dream of a league-and-cup double firmly alive.
