Davide Frattesi was one of the key figures in Italy’s thrilling and convincing 3-1 win over France at San Siro. The midfielder scored to put Italy 2-1 ahead and turn the match in their favour, after Sebastiano Esposito’s missed penalty and before Pio Esposito’s goal sealed the result. But beyond his name on the scoresheet, it was his post-match words, polite but far from commonplace, that left a mark.
James Milner is set to make an emotional return to Anfield after being confirmed as the first participant for the upcoming Liverpool Legends charity fixture. The versatile midfielder, who called time on his illustrious playing career at the end of the 2025-26 season, will once again represent the club where he enjoyed his most successful years.
Italy win in the name of Francesco Pio Esposito. The brace with which the Inter striker beat France is his first in an Italy shirt and takes his tally to nine goals in 14 appearances for the national team. All at just 21 years and four months old: record-breaking numbers.
Lautaro Martinez has a clear objective: to return to the pitch as soon as possible and be available for Inter again. The Inter captain already has his sights set on the match against Atalanta on 22 November, which could mark his return after an injury lay-off.
Question marks are mounting over John Stones' situation with Inter Milan, after his appearances since the start of the season have been limited to a handful of minutes, before injury kept him off the pitch for around a month and a half.
At Inter, the start of the break is marked by the word “treatment room”: Lautaro Martinez, Thuram, Bonny, Stones, Jones and Stanković. Here are their recovery times.
Ionut Radu, a goalkeeper born in 1987 who has played for Celta Vigo and Inter, was Handanovic’s understudy and played in the Bologna v Inter match in which he gifted Sansone the ball for the 2-1 goal. Inter were beaten, with AC Milan moving ever closer to the 2022 Serie A title. Today, Radu is interviewed by Gazzetta dello Sport.
Hakan Calhanoglu and Inter have officially opened negotiations regarding a new contract, with both parties keen to reach an agreement before Christmas. However, the Turkish midfielder and the Serie A club must overcome significant financial hurdles before a deal can be finalised.
Inter head coach Cristian Chivu has expressed his pride in his squad’s resilience following a convincing 2-0 victory over Como at San Siro. The Nerazzurri boss admitted his relief at navigating a punishing schedule that saw his side compete in nine fixtures over a span of just 27 days.
Como manager Cesc Fabregas has offered a glowing assessment of Inter Milan following his side's 2-0 defeat at San Siro on Sunday. The former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder admitted the Nerazzurri are currently unparalleled on the continent when it comes to a specific tactical area.
Inter Milan produced a clinical first-half display to secure a 2-0 victory over Como at the Giuseppe Meazza. Goals from Francesco Esposito and Marcus Thuram proved decisive in a match where the hosts efficiently managed their lead.
Inter Milan delivered a masterclass in efficiency at the San Siro, defeating Como 2-0 despite seeing less of the ball. Tactical precision in the first twenty minutes proved decisive as Inter exploited gaps in the visitors' high-line defense.