New Delhi: Inter Milan’s ambitions of cruising to the Serie A title took a major blow on Sunday as they fell to a dramatic 1-0 defeat away to Bologna, thanks to a stunning last-gasp bicycle kick by Riccardo Orsolini. The result now leaves Izaghi’s men tied on points with Napoli at the top of the table, setting up a tense final stretch of the campaign.
Heading into the clash at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara, Inter were well aware of the potential banana skin. Their history in Bologna has been far from kind in recent years, and once again, the ground proved to be a nightmare. In stoppage time, with the game seemingly heading for a draw, a long throw into the box was inadvertently flicked on by Inter defender Yann Bisseck. The ball dropped perfectly for Orsolini, who connected with a breathtaking acrobatic finish to steal all three points for Bologna and send the home fans into a frenzy.
ORSOLINI! WHAT A GOAL! WHAT A MOMENT!! BOLOGNA LEAD IN THE LAST MINUTE! 🤯#BolognaInter 1-0 pic.twitter.com/ACiwihJYBA
— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) April 20, 2025
The timing of the goal couldn’t have been worse for Inter. With five games remaining, they now sit level with Antonio Conte’s Napoli, who had already piled on the pressure by narrowly defeating Monza 1-0 on Saturday. Unlike Inter, Napoli are out of all other competitions and can fully concentrate on chasing their second Scudetto in three years.
What next?
Inter have a packed schedule ahead. A crucial Italian Cup semifinal second leg against AC Milan awaits midweek, followed by a key league tie against Roma. Then comes a Champions League semifinal first leg clash against Barcelona. With the fixture list offering no respite, the fatigue could become a serious concern for Inzaghi’s men.
For Bologna, the win means more than just three points. It lifts them above Juventus into fourth, giving a massive boost to their hopes of Champions League qualification. Thiago Motta’s side is showing resilience and ambition at a crucial juncture of the season.
With the title race heating up, there’s even a possibility that Inter and Napoli might face off in a one-off playoff to decide the champion, which will be a thrilling prospect for fans but a nerve-wracking one for both clubs.
If Inter and Napoli finish level on points, a title-deciding match will be played to crown the Serie A 2024-25 champion. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
