Inter Milan Dominates Parma 3-0; De Bruyne’s Brace Secures Napoli Victory

MILAN: Inter Milan continued their impressive start to the Serie A season with a decisive 3-0 victory over Parma at home on Saturday, while Napoli secured a similar 3-0 win against Frosinone, bolstered by a double from Kevin De Bruyne.

Inter took control early in the match with first-half goals from Petar Sucic, Hakan Calhanoglu—who converted a penalty—and Marcus Thuram, establishing a commanding lead within the first 31 minutes. This victory propelled Inter to the top of the league table with 16 points from six matches. Head coach Cristian Chivu expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance following the international break, stating, “We’ve worked well during this period; the players have trained well. I’m happy.”

The defeat marked a challenging debut for Parma’s new coach Alberto Gilardino, who took over from Carlos Cuesta just weeks prior. Gilardino acknowledged the need for clarity during critical moments of the game, reflecting on his team’s naivety, saying, “Parma started well, but when you are naive, you pay the price.”

As the Serie A season progresses, Inter’s strong form positions them as serious title contenders, while Parma will need to regroup quickly to avoid falling further behind. Upcoming matches will be crucial for both teams as they aim to solidify their standings in the league.