Inter thrash Monza to launch Serie A title defence
Inter Milan kicked off the defence of their Serie A title in emphatic fashion on Saturday, cruising to a 4-1 home victory over promoted Monza.Monza, back in the top flight after a season in Serie B, levelled through Gustavo Varela in the 29th minute.
Inter Milan launched a strong defense of their Serie A title with a 4-1 home win over promoted Monza on Saturday. Hakan Calhanoglu scored the opening goal just six minutes into the match. Monza equalized through Gustavo Varela in the 29th minute. Inter regained the lead in the second half with goals from Piotr Zielinski and Pio Esposito, who started in place of Marcus Thuram.
Yann Bisseck sealed the victory in the 63rd minute. Inter coach Cristian Chivu acknowledged they were "a bit rusty" in the first half but regained their calm after the break. John Stones made his debut as a substitute, joining the club from England. The victory sets up Inter as clear favorites to retain the Scudetto.
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