Inter Milan secured a pulsating 4-2 triumph over Sassuolo, courtesy of an impressive brace by their star striker, Romelu Lukaku.

This exhilarating victory propelled Inter to the third spot in the league standings, with only three games left in the season.

The match began with both teams exhibiting promising attacking prowess. However, it was Lukaku who broke the deadlock in the late stages of the first half with a remarkable long-range strike, leaving the Sassuolo goalkeeper rooted to the spot. Inter fans erupted in celebration as their beloved forward showcased his clinical finishing skills once again.

The momentum swung further in Inter’s favour when Sassuolo defender Ruan Tressoldi inadvertently deflected the ball into his own net, doubling the lead for the Nerazzurri. The home side’s fans were left in dismay while Inter’s faithful erupted in joy.

After the break, Inter continued their relentless pursuit of goals. Lautaro Martinez extended their advantage to 3-0 with a sublime effort from distance, seemingly sealing the victory for his team. However, Sassuolo mounted a spirited comeback, finding the back of the net twice through Matheus Henrique and Davide Frattesi, injecting a sense of nervousness into Inter’s ranks.

With the game hanging in the balance, it was once again Lukaku who rose to the occasion. Displaying his clinical instincts, the Belgian striker sealed Inter’s triumph with a composed close-range finish in the dying minutes of the match, extinguishing any hopes of a Sassuolo comeback.

With this impressive win, Inter Milan soared to 66 points in the Serie A standings, edging ahead of fourth-placed Lazio by a single point. Meanwhile, their city rivals, AC Milan, endured an unexpected setback, succumbing to a shocking 2-0 defeat against Spezia, allowing Inter to extend their advantage to a commanding five points.

As the Serie A season nears its conclusion, Inter Milan’s resurgence under the guidance of their manager has sent ripples of excitement throughout the footballing world.