Inter has put behind the recent elimination from the Champions League and returned to winning ways in Serie A, defeating Genoa, which featured Portuguese forward Vitinha, 2-0. A goal in each half, from Dimarco (31') and Calhanoglu (penalty, 70'), was enough to seal the victory and strengthen their increasingly unquestionable lead in Serie A. The home team entered determined to control the game from the start and created several dangerous opportunities. Bonny, Mkhitaryan, who hit the crossbar, and Thuram came close to scoring, but Genoa's goalkeeper, Bijlow, was in good form. The opening goal came from Dimarco (31'), who spectacularly finished a pass from Mkhitaryan, marking his seventh goal of the season. After the break, a reckless foul by Alex Amorim, who had come on for Malinovskyi, resulted in a penalty for Inter. Called to convert, Calhanoglu (70') did not hesitate and, with his usual coolness, made it 2-0, practically sealing the match. With the result secure, Cristian Chivu took the opportunity to manage the team. Bonny left with physical complaints, making way for Pio Esposito, who formed a striking partnership with Diouf. Until the end, Inter controlled the proceedings, with the only scare being a moment when Akanji nearly scored an own goal. Genoa, coming off two positive results, could not counter the superiority of the Nerazzurri. Inter has further strengthened its lead, now totaling 67 points, 13 more than Milan, who have a game in hand. Genoa has 27 points and is in 14th place.
Inter Reacts European Disappointment remains central to this story.
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