Inter Milan defeated Como 2-0 on Sunday, moving within one point of Serie A leaders Lazio. Francesco Pio Esposito and Marcus Thuram scored in the opening 20 minutes at San Siro. The win came after Inter's first league loss of the season to AC Milan last weekend.
Lazio's lead narrowed after they drew 1-1 at Napoli, with Davide Frattesi's goal cancelled by an own goal from Alfonso Pedraza. AC Milan climbed into fourth place following a 2-1 victory over Genoa, with Alphadjo Cisse and Christian Pulisic finding the net. The title race now features just two points separating Lazio from third-placed AS Roma.
Inter manager Cristian Chivu praised his team's intensity and efficiency. Como, managed by Cesc Fabregas, offered little resistance in their defeat and failed to build on their recent form that included a 9-1 Champions League win against RC Lens on Wednesday.
