Marcus Thuram made a remarkable impact as Inter Milan secured a 4-0 victory over Atalanta, propelling the defending champions to the top of Serie A on Friday. Thuram’s two-goal performance played a key role in maintaining Inter’s unbeaten run this season. With this win, Inter joined Torino at the summit of the league, both teams having accumulated seven points from their opening three fixtures.
Inter Milan kicked off the game with explosive intensity, finding the net twice within the first 10 minutes. Atalanta’s Berat Djimsiti was unfortunate to score an own goal while attempting to intercept Thuram’s cross. The second goal came from Nicolò Barella, who delivered a powerful volley from the edge of the penalty area, solidifying Inter’s early dominance.
Thuram, who had previously struck the post, finally got on the scoresheet two minutes into the second half by converting a loose ball in the box. He added his second goal nine minutes later with another sharp finish inside the penalty area.
Earlier in the day, Torino claimed a 1-0 victory over Venezia thanks to a late goal by Saul Coco. The central defender’s header, which came with just five minutes remaining, secured the win in a match that saw few clear chances from either team. This goal marked Coco’s first Serie A strike since his transfer from Las Palmas.
Venezia remains near the bottom of the table with only one point from three games, while Atalanta sits in eighth place.