Bastoni Redemption: Inter Milan Triumphs Over Roma Amidst Italy's World Cup Woes

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Alessandro Bastoni, an Inter Milan defender, faced backlash after Italy's World Cup qualifying playoff loss to Bosnia. However, Inter Milan secured a 5-2 victory over Roma, with Bastoni receiving a supportive reception from Inter fans.

Italy's World Cup qualifying playoff woes continued as they lost to Bosnia on penalties, following a 1-0 win over Northern Ireland. Alessandro Bastoni's first-half red card in the Bosnia game was pivotal.

Bastoni had been jeered by fans in away games for Inter Milan due to his actions in February's Derby d'Italia against Juventus, where he got Pierre Kalulu sent off. He apologized for his behavior, calling it 'really ugly'.

Inter Milan bounced back from their slump with a convincing 5-2 win over Roma, Lautaro Martínez scoring. Marcus Thuram and Hakan Calhanoglu also shone, with the latter scoring a goal of the season contender from 30 yards.

The win eased Inter's nerves ahead of Serie A title contention, keeping their lead intact. Alessandro Bastoni received a standing ovation when substituted, with fans chanting his name.