Inter Advances to Coppa Italia Quarterfinals, Defeats Venezia 5-1
Venice, Italy – December 3, 2024 – Inter Milan secured a place in the quarterfinals of the Coppa Italia with a dominant 5-1 victory over Venezia on Monday.The Nerazzurri showcased their attacking prowess, highlighted by a brace from Marcus Thuram and a goal from Henrikh Mkhitaryan in his first appearance since October 25th following an injury.
The win propels inter into the last eight, where they will face either Roma or Torino – their quarterfinal opponent resolute by a January match between the two sides. This competition offers Inter a valuable opportunity to add to their trophy cabinet while providing a platform for squad rotation and advancement, as evidenced by coach Francesco Chivu’s late-game introduction of several youth players including Cocchi, Spinaccè, and bovo.
Venezia initially threatened, with Luis Henrique forcing a save from Inter goalkeeper Grandi after Mkhitaryan’s return to the pitch. Though, Inter quickly asserted control, with Thuram setting up Frattesi before adding his second goal via header to establish a 4-0 lead. Venezia responded with a goal from Sagrado, aided by a deflection off Carlos Augusto, but Inter’s momentum wasn’t deterred.
Substitute Bonny extended Inter’s lead with a right-footed strike from outside the box, making it 5-1. The match allowed Chivu to provide valuable minutes to emerging talents, signaling Inter’s commitment to nurturing its academy.
Elsewhere in Coppa Italia action, Atalanta defeated Genoa 4-0, while Napoli advanced past Cagliari on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
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