Marcus Thuram Sparks Inter’s Dramatic 3-2 Comeback Win Over Napoli
Inter have kept their flawless domestic start intact after Marcus Thuram marked his first San Siro appearance of the season with a crucial goal in a dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Napoli.
Thuram back as Inter overturn Napoli deficit
Cristian Chivu’s side were two goals behind early in the second half after Matteo Politano and Rasmus Hojlund struck for Napoli. Inter responded with sustained pressure, firing 29 attempts as they forced their way back into the contest.
- Napoli moved into a two-goal lead through Politano and Hojlund.
- Lautaro Martinez began Inter’s recovery before Thuram levelled in the 82nd minute, heading in Carlos Augusto’s cross.
- Martinez struck again in the 91st minute to complete the turnaround and secure the 3-2 result.
Thuram celebrated his equaliser by joining Martinez on the stadium barriers. The France forward said he felt compelled to follow his captain, calling Martinez the team’s leader after his return from a lengthy World Cup campaign.
He also underlined Martinez’s importance after the captain’s decisive double, while insisting his own priority was to contribute to the side rather than chase individual moments.
Who is affected
- Marcus Thuram: Back in action at San Siro for the first time this season and immediately on the scoresheet.
- Lautaro Martinez: Scored twice, including the late winner, as he continues to rebuild fitness following the World Cup.
- Inter: Have nine points from their opening three domestic matches.
- Napoli: Let a two-goal advantage slip despite goals from Politano and Hojlund.
What happens next
Inter face a packed run of fixtures and Thuram says the squad will approach it match by match. The Nerazzurri will look to carry their early domestic momentum into the next test while managing the workload of players returning to full fitness.
