The match was a pulsating top-of-the-table clash that kept the Scudetto race wide open. Inter, under coach Cristian Chivu, remain top of the table on 43 points, three ahead of AC Milan and four clear of Napoli in third (on 39 points). But this result denied the Nerazzurri the chance to pull five points clear, thanks to Scott McTominay's heroic brace for the visitors.
A Game of Twists and Turnarounds
Inter struck first in the 9th minute when Federico Dimarco unleashed a stunning angled drive to beat Napoli goalkeeper Vanja Milinković-Savić after a quick counterattack sparked by stripping McTominay of possession.
Napoli responded brilliantly, equalizing in the 26th minute. Eljif Elmas drove down the left and delivered a low cross for McTominay to sweep home at the near post, marking his first of the night and showcasing why he's become such a key figure for Conte's side.
But Napoli refused to fold. Substitute Noa Lang provided a perfect cut-back, and McTominay volleyed home brilliantly in the 81st minute to secure a hard-fought point for the Partenopei. The former Manchester United midfielder's double took his tally to eight goals across all competitions this season — a remarkable return for a player often deployed in deeper roles amid injuries.
What It Means for the Title Race
This draw keeps the championship battle alive at the midway point. Inter stay dominant at home but have now gone five matches without beating Napoli. For Conte, despite the red card (likely leading to a touchline ban), the resilience shown will be a huge boost as Napoli defend their title.
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis praised the team's spirit post-match, highlighting their fight with several key players sidelined.
The fireworks at San Siro served as a reminder: in this Serie A season, no lead is safe, and no manager stays calm for long. Conte's meltdown may dominate headlines, but McTominay's heroics ensured Napoli left with something tangible — and the title hunt remains thrillingly open!