Overview
- Pio Esposito came on and scored the decisive tap-in after Marco Falcone parried Lautaro Martínez’s shot.
- Chivu reshaped the attack after halftime, introducing Esposito, Davide Frattesi and Luis Henrique, then adding Lautaro to join Marcus Thuram in a front three.
- A first-half penalty initially awarded was overturned on VAR review, with referee Fabio Maresca rescinding the call after assessing Danilo Veiga’s challenge.
- Inter labored through a flat opening period of sterile possession as Falcone denied an early Bonny effort and Lecce threatened on the break despite multiple injuries.
- The victory gives Inter a six-point cushion over Milan and Napoli in Serie A, with Milan holding a game in hand.