Inter overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Napoli 3-2 at San Siro on Saturday night, staging a remarkable fightback between the last two Serie A champions.
The holders looked set for a loss until the hour mark, but Lautaro Martínez changed the game with a brace. His final goal arrived deep into added time, sealing a stunning turnaround for the home side.
Marcus Thuram also made a significant impact, netting the equalizer with a header roughly ten minutes prior to Martínez’s match-winning effort.
Inter stage thrilling recovery against Napoli
The teams faced off in Milan for a Matchday 3 Serie A fixture that delivered the drama expected from a clash of this magnitude.
Napoli raced into a 2-0 lead, leaving Inter struggling to respond in front of their own fans.
The Nerazzurri then mounted a determined fightback, with Martínez scoring twice to flip the match on its head.
Thuram’s header drew the sides level, setting the stage for Martínez’s heroics in the 91st minute.
Martínez delivers decisive blow for Inter
His second goal capped the comeback and secured a 3-2 win after Inter had looked beaten at 2-0 down.
The Argentine’s late finish proved crucial, as Inter recovered from their shaky start to claim all three points.
This result keeps Inter atop the Serie A standings and extends their flawless record this season.
Inter have now triumphed in all three of their opening games, while Napoli failed to protect their early advantage.
Napoli slip to mid-table in Serie A
Inter continue to lead the league with nine points, but Napoli’s campaign has struggled to gain momentum.
The loss leaves Napoli with just one win and two defeats from their first three matches, dropping them to 10th position.
League action resumes on Sunday evening when Juventus welcome AC Milan at 8:45 p.m.