Serie A: Inter Milan Dominates Torino in 5-0 Victory

Inter Milan thrash Torino 5-0 in season opener

Cristian Chivu's Inter Milan makes a statement with a dominant 5-0 victory over Torino in the season opener. What's next for the Nerazzurri?

Inter Milan made a statement with a 5-0 thrashing of Torino in their Serie A opener, marking their biggest win over the Turin side since the 1958-59 season. Cristian Chivu's first match as Inter boss couldn't have gone better, with his team dominating from start to finish.

Match Highlights:

• Alessandro Bastoni's Early Strike: Bastoni headed in a whipped corner from Nicolò Barella after just 18 minutes, giving Inter the lead.
• Lautaro Martínez's Clinical Finish: Martínez doubled Inter's advantage in the 52nd minute, slotting home a well-taken goal.
• Marcus Thuram's Double: Thuram scored twice, first in the 36th minute and again in the 62nd, showcasing his clinical finishing.
• Ange-Yoan Bonny's Late Finish: Bonny wrapped up the win with a goal in the 72nd minute, capping off a comprehensive victory.

Inter's win marked a perfect start to the season under Chivu, who will be looking to build on this momentum as they take on Udinese Calcio next. Torino, on the other hand, will need to regroup and address their defensive issues if they want to turn their season around.

A five-star Inter performance 🔝#InterTorino pic.twitter.com/KB2pep4IQn

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) August 25, 2025

The match took a decisive turn when Marcus Thuram capitalized on Torino's defensive lapse, showcasing his composure with a tidy finish that slid into Israel's side netting, although it seems there might be a slight mix-up in the description, as the ball going into the side netting wouldn't count as a goal. Nonetheless, the Champions League runners-up continued to dominate, and their efforts paid off with a third goal just after the restart. Skipper Lautaro Martinez played a key role in sealing the win, benefiting from Torino's defensive error.

Martinez's Clinical Finish:

• Torino's Defensive Mistake: A rogue backpass from Torino's defense allowed Martinez to latch onto the ball and steer it home with an outstretched foot. This decisive moment effectively ended any hopes Torino might have had for a comeback. Martinez's goal was a testament to his clinical finishing and the team's ability to capitalize on opponents' mistakes.

• Inter's Dominance: The match highlighted Inter's strong team dynamics and ability to control the game, even when not playing at their peak. Their performance against Torino demonstrated their potential as strong contenders in the Champions League.

Having watched reigning champions Napoli take three points in their opening game, Inter were keen to make a statement during their first outing of the season, and they did just that, adding two more goals beyond the hour mark, with Thuram firstly rising highest in the box to guide a delightful Bastoni cross into the back of the net.

His replacement, Ange-Yoan Bonny, also got in on the act. Having failed to learn from their previous lessons, Torino’s defence was once again caught out while trying to play out from the back, with Martinez pouncing before laying it off to his substitute strike partner to make it five.

Inter Milan made a strong statement in with this win. The match showcased Inter's dominance, with Torino struggling to cope with their opponents' pace and skill. Alessandro Bastoni opened the scoring in the 18th minute, heading in a whipped corner from Nicolò Barella.

Inter Milan's 5-0 thrashing of Torino propelled them to the top of the Serie A standings, marking a historic win under Cristian Chivu, their foreign-born coach. This dominant performance is notable, as it’s the first time since 2003 that Inter has won its opening matchday under a foreign-born coach. Chivu's team showcased exceptional skill, with Lautaro Martínez and Marcus Thuram scoring crucial goals.

Key Moments:

Marcus Thuram's Double: Thuram doubled Inter's lead in the 36th minute, capitalizing on Torino's defensive lapse. He scored again in the 62nd minute, rising highest in the box to guide Bastoni's delightful cross into the net.

Lautaro Martinez's Clinical Finish: Martinez made it 3-0 just after the restart, pouncing on a Torino defensive error and slotting home. He later set up Ange-Yoan Bonny for the fifth goal.

Bonny's Debut Goal: Bonny, who came on as a substitute, scored Inter's fifth goal in the 72nd minute, tapping in a pass from Martinez after Torino's defense was caught out while trying to play out from the back.

You can't be giving the ball away when Lautaro is around! 🐂#InterTorino 3-0 pic.twitter.com/gZquq8LVkj

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) August 25, 2025

Next Steps for Inter:

Building Momentum: With this win, Inter will look to build on their momentum in the upcoming matches. Their focus will likely be on maintaining their defensive solidity while continuing to exploit opponents' weaknesses.

Champions League Ambitions: Given their current form, Inter seems well-positioned to make a strong run in the Champions League. Their ability to capitalize on mistakes and maintain pressure on their opponents will be key to their success.