On April 23, one of the 31st round matches of the Italian Championship was held. Empoli (Italy) and Inter (Milan) met.
Empoli vs Inter - 0-3. Italian Championship, round of 31. Match review, statisticsItalian Championship, round 31
Empoli (Italy) - Inter (Milan) - 0:3 (0:0)
Goals: Lukaku (48), Lukaku (76), Lautaro Martínez (88)
Warnings: Ф. Parisi (32), Barella (81)
Overview of the match Empoli vs Inter:
The match between Empoli and Inter was an exciting encounter with plenty of drama and action. The first half was a tense affair, with both teams creating chances but failing to convert them into goals. At halftime, the score remained 0-0, and Empoli wanted to take advantage of their field and win. Inter struck first, however, just three minutes into the second half. Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku fired a shot past the Empoli goalkeeper to open the scoring. This early goal gave Inter the momentum they needed to dominate the match and win comfortably. Empoli tried to get back into the game by making two quick substitutions in the 65th minute. However, it was Inter's substitutions that proved effective: Rafael Bellanova and Joaquin Correa made an immediate impact. Inter scored their second goal in the 76th minute, and again thanks to Lukaku, who had a field day against the Empoli defense.
Inter coach Simone Inzaghi continued to shuffle the lineup, making two more substitutions in the 77th minute. Empoli desperately tried to save at least something in this match: forward Francesco Caputo came on as a substitute in the 80th minute. However, it was too late: Inter sealed their win with a late goal from Argentine forward Lautaro Martinez in the 88th minute. The final score of 3-0 was a fair reflection of the match as Inter dominated in the latter stages. The match took place at the Stadio Carlo Castellani, which is Empoli's home field. Despite the home side's advantage, Empoli were unable to capitalize on their chances and lost to Inter. The match was important for both sides, as it is part of the prestigious Serie A league. Empoli need to improve their game defensively if they want to compete with the top teams in the league. Inter, on the other hand, will be satisfied with their performance, which will allow them to prepare well for their upcoming league matches.
In the next round, the rivals are waiting for such matches: Sassuolo - Empoli, Inter - Lazio.
Empoli vs Inter - 0-3. Italian Championship, round of 31. Match review, statistics.Espoli vs Inter:
| Empoli | Inter | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Goals on goal | 4 |
| 9 | Strokes | 16 |
| 4 | Blocked kicks | 3 |
| 5 | Kicks from the penalty area | 10 |
| 4 | Kicks from behind the penalty box | 6 |
| 6 | Violations | 13 |
| 5 | Corner | 4 |
| 0 | Offsides | 1 |
| 39% | Ball possession | 61% |
| 1 | Yellow cards | 1 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 1 | Saves by goalkeeper | 2 |
| 372 | Total assists | 581 |
| 316 | Accurate passes | 525 |
| 85% | Accuracy of transmissions | 90% |
