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Apr 13, 2026

Inter Milan on Brink of Serie A Title as Napoli's Hopes Fade

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Inter Milan has taken a significant step towards securing the Serie A title after a 4-3 victory over Como, leaving them nine points clear at the top of the table with six games remaining. Napoli's title defense appears to be over after a 1-1 draw with Parma, with Scott McTominay scoring for Napoli.

Inter Milan's manager, Christian Chivu, celebrated a hard-fought victory over Como, acknowledging the significance of the win but playing it coy when discussing the title race.

Inter Milan now sits nine points clear of second-placed Napoli, who were held to a 1-1 draw by Parma. Scott McTominay scored for Napoli, highlighting his importance to the team with eight goals from midfield this season.

Napoli's title defense looks increasingly unlikely to succeed, especially considering their investments in new players who have not made the desired impact. The team has struggled with injuries and inconsistent form, and their defensive record has deteriorated, conceding four more goals than in the previous season.

The future of Napoli's star player, Romelu Lukaku, remains uncertain amid reports of tension between him and the club. Lukaku has played only 40 minutes of Serie A football this season and has been rehabbing in Belgium, sparking speculation about his potential departure.

Inter Milan's ruthless performance against Como, with Marcus Thuram and Denzel Dumfries each scoring twice, underscores their strong position in the league. They have scored 75 goals in 32 games, significantly more than any other team in Serie A.

The Serie A table shows Inter Milan at the top with 75 points, followed by Napoli with 66 points. The top five teams are:

  1. Inter Milan - 75 points
  2. Napoli - 66 points
  3. AC Milan - 63 points
  4. Juventus - 60 points
  5. Como - 58 points