Juventus achieved a thrilling 4-3 victory at home against Inter Milan, as Vasilije Adzic’s stunning goal in added time propelled the hosts to the top of the Serie A standings. Despite Inter’s relentless efforts, they suffered their second consecutive defeat, further widening the gap with leaders Juventus to six points.
The match began with Juventus seizing the lead twice, only for Inter’s Hakan Calhanoglu to equalize both times. The drama unfolded with Marcus Thuram seemingly clinching the game for Inter, only to be countered by his brother Kephren Thuram’s equalizer, adding familial intrigue to the contest.
Juventus coach Igor Tudor candidly remarked, “The victory arrived, I don’t know if you could say it was deserved,” suggesting that a draw might have been a fair result. Nonetheless, Adzic’s late heroics ultimately settled the score in Juve’s favor.
Inter’s defeat was particularly disappointing given their intent to recover from a home loss to Udinese. Despite dominating possession at times, they struggled to convert opportunities into goals. Their persistent efforts were showcased by Calhanoglu’s impressive strike in the 65th minute and Marcus Thuram’s powerful header, but these were outmatched by Juventus’ resilience.
Reflecting on the familial rivalry, Kephren Thuram mentioned playfully, “After the goal, Marcus said ‘well done’ with the eyes of a brother, but he wasn’t laughing.” His father, ex-Juventus player Lilian Thuram, was present to witness the remarkable sibling showdown.
Vasilije Adzic, entering as a substitute, became the hero for Juventus with his decisive strike, accentuating the emotional aspect of the game. “For me, it’s a dream… I’ve been waiting forever for a moment like this,” he expressed, echoing the sentiment of many fans celebrating Juve’s ascension to the top of the league.
Juventus now leads Serie A with nine points, leaving Inter stranded on three points and desperately needing a turnaround. The league remains competitive, with Napoli, Cremonese, and AS Roma all within striking distance, possessing a game in hand. As the Serie A season progresses, Juventus’ perfect start instills hope and excitement among their supporters, promising an intriguing title race ahead. Negative
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