In a commanding display at the San Siro, Inter Milan dismantled Cremonese 4-0 on Saturday, propelling the Nerazzurri to joint-top of the Serie A standings. The match, played under crisp autumn conditions, showcased Inter's ruthless efficiency from the outset. Ange-Yoan Bonny, making his full debut, was the undeniable star, his involvement in every goal underscoring a breakout performance that could signal a new era for the attack.
The scoring frenzy began early, with Bonny's clever assist setting up Lautaro Martinez for the opener in the 12th minute. Cremonese, newly promoted and gritty, struggled to contain Inter's pressing game. However, their defense crumbled further when Bonny netted his own in the 28th, a clinical finish that left goalkeeper Marco Silvestri rooted. Indeed, the half-time score of 2-0 felt almost merciful, given Inter's dominance in possession—clocking 68%—and their barrage of shots.
Post-interval, Inter didn't relent. Bonny turned provider again, threading a pass for Francesco Pio Esposito to make it 3-0 just after the hour mark. The fourth came late, a deflected effort off Bonny's initial shot sealing the rout in the 82nd. Cremonese, to their credit, showed flickers of resistance, but injuries and fatigue hampered any real comeback. Their recent form—a solitary goal in three games—highlighted deeper vulnerabilities against top-tier sides.
Moreover, this result catapults Inter level with Napoli on seven points from three matches, a stark reminder of their title credentials. Coach Simone Inzaghi praised Bonny's "instinctive flair," while Cremonese's Fabio Pecchia lamented defensive lapses. Yet, for all Inter's polish, Cremonese's unbeaten start to the season now hangs by a thread.
However, as Serie A heats up, one wonders if this thrashing is a true benchmark for Inter's ambitions or just another step in an uneven campaign.