According to reports, Napoli has done its job, and now it’s Inter’s turn to respond. Lautaro Martinez and his teammates must face Bologna knowing that Napoli has caught up with them in the standings. Although Inter struggled more than expected against Monza, no one expected any gifts. The decisive goal by McTominay, as reported by Corriere dello Sport today, came at a time when the Nerazzurri had just arrived in Bologna by train and checked into their hotel. There was some frustration, but it didn’t last long.

This was supposed to be a tough day for Inzaghi’s team, and it will be. The goal is clear: Stay at the top. In other words, losing to Bologna is not an option, and if possible, they must deliver a decisive blow. Maintaining a three-point lead means there will be a safety margin in case of any future slip-ups.

However, Inter is a mature team. It’s hard to imagine them being affected by Napoli’s result or the match timing. Moreover, the situation will be reversed next week. This is the fate of teams fighting on multiple fronts, but it’s also a motivating one.

The real unknown here is the impact of the match against Bayern, a demanding encounter that inevitably left some physical and mental fatigue. However, advancing to the semi-finals has brought excitement to the team. Inzaghi knows this and has therefore minimized squad rotation, relying on key players. Maintaining high concentration, as in the match against Atalanta, will be crucial, and they must avoid lapses like the one against Parma.