Overview
- John Stones came off the bench to score the only goal in Inter’s 1-0 friendly victory over Real Betis, finishing from a Benjamin Pavard knock-down shortly after entering the match.
- Inter dominated the match in quality of chances, producing 1.44 expected goals from 16 attempts while restricting Betis to seven attempts worth 0.14 xG.
- Nicolo Barella drove Inter’s attack with a match-high five chances created, the most final-third passes for the side, and strong duel work that highlighted the midfield’s readiness for the season.
- Stones said he is excited about the move, described stepping out of his comfort zone to join Inter, and expressed pride after seeing the club’s trophies and wearing the Nerazzurri shirt.
- Stones joined from Manchester City on a reported two-year free-agent deal and his instant impact has shifted Inter’s defensive priorities and given sporting directors room to refocus transfer plans.