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Inter and Napoli Draw 2-2 at San Siro as Conte Is Sent Off Over VAR Penalty

The stalemate preserves Inter’s lead without a breakaway, keeping the scudetto race tight.

Overview

  • Scott McTominay struck twice to cancel out goals from Federico Dimarco and Hakan Calhanoglu, rescuing depleted Napoli after trailing two times.
  • The Inter penalty came after a VAR on‑field review for Amir Rrahmani stepping on Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s foot; the decision stood, though some analysts faulted the referee for not spotting it live.
  • Antonio Conte received a red card for furious protests, shouted “vergognatevi,” kicked a bottle, then coached from a railing before skipping media duties as assistant Cristian Stellini addressed reporters.
  • Inter logged their first league draw of the season and stay ahead in the table, with both sides facing midweek make‑up fixtures that will shape the title race.
  • Coverage praised the high-intensity spectacle as a boost for Serie A, with ongoing focus on officiating and the likely disciplinary review of Conte’s conduct.