Serie A: Inter defeats Como 2-0 as Carlos Augusto shines at both ends

Inter Milan secured a 2-0 home victory against Como in Serie A, with Carlos Augusto playing a pivotal role at both ends of the pitch. The Brazilian defender headed in the opening goal and made a vital goal-line clearance to preserve Inter’s lead before Marcus Thuram sealed the win late on.

Inter had to adjust their backline due to several defensive absences, with Alessandro Bastoni shifting to central defense. Como adopted a three-man defense and gave Sergi Roberto his first start since returning from injury.

The first half saw few clear chances, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Denzel Dumfries missing opportunities for Inter. Como’s Nico Paz tested Yann Sommer from distance.

Inter broke the deadlock shortly after halftime when Carlos Augusto headed in Hakan Calhanoglu’s corner. The goalscorer then made a crucial intervention at the other end, denying Edoardo Goldaniga a tap-in from Andrea Belotti’s cross.

Como pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages but couldn’t find a way through. In stoppage time, Marcus Thuram sealed the victory with a powerful strike into the top corner.

The win keeps Inter at the top of the Serie A table as they look to defend their title. For Como, the defeat leaves them battling in the lower half of the standings.