Key Takeaways:
- Inter overturned a two-goal deficit for the second time in 10 days to defeat Como 3-2 and progress to the Coppa Italia final
- Como took a 2-0 lead with goals from Martin Baturina and Lucas Da Cunha, but failed to maintain their advantage
- Hakan Calhanoglu scored twice before Petar Sucic completed Inter’s remarkable comeback in the 89th minute
Early Dominance and Breakthrough for Como
Como entered the semi-final with ambitions of making club history by reaching their first-ever Coppa Italia final, and their intent was clear from the outset. The opening exchanges featured Marc-Oliver Kempf rattling the post with a powerful header after Josep Martinez had earlier denied Martin Baturina from a tight angle. Como found their breakthrough on 30 minutes when Ignace van der Brempt surged down the flank and delivered a precise pullback for Baturina, who converted from eight yards to open the scoring.
The home side continued to threaten, with Tasos Douvikas narrowly missing the target with a header from a well-delivered corner. Inter, seeking a response, saw Marcus Thuram’s effort cleared off the line by Maximo Perrone.
WE MADE A COMEBACK. WE WON. WE’RE GOING TO THE FINAL 🖤💙 pic.twitter.com/CDZM8pjZYG
— Inter ⭐⭐ (@Inter) April 21, 2026
Como Extend Their Advantage After Half-Time
Building on their first-half lead, Como doubled their advantage just two minutes after the interval. A misplaced pass from Piotr Zielinski allowed Nico Paz to set up Lucas Da Cunha, who angled his finish past the goalkeeper to put Como firmly in command at 2-0. This early second-half goal momentarily placed the Lariani on the brink of a historic cup final, marking a remarkable rise for a side who had been competing in Serie C only six years prior.
| Team | Goal Scorers |
|---|---|
| Como | Martin Baturina (30′), Lucas Da Cunha (47′) |
| Inter | Hakan Calhanoglu (69′, 77′), Petar Sucic (89′) |
Inter’s Comeback and Late Drama
Facing elimination, Inter increased their attacking urgency and were rewarded just past the hour mark. Hakan Calhanoglu pulled a goal back with a long-range strike that deflected into the bottom corner. Moments later, Como substitute Assane Diao had a significant opportunity to secure the result but failed to capitalise on a one-on-one situation, a moment that would prove pivotal.
Calhanoglu continued to lead the charge for Inter, heading in the equaliser from 12 yards out to bring the tie level at 2-2. The remarkable turnaround was completed in the 89th minute, when Petar Sucic curled in a decisive strike, ensuring Inter’s progression to the final in Rome, where they will face either Atalanta or Lazio.
