Inter Held to 2-2 Draw at Torino as Dimarco Sets New Serie A Assist Record

Key Takeaways:

• Inter extended their Serie A lead to 10 points over SSC Napoli after a 2-2 draw at Torino last night
• Federico Dimarco made history by providing his 18th assist of the season, setting a new single-season Serie A record
• Inter now require just three additional points from their final four matches to mathematically secure the Scudetto

Match Summary and Title Implications

Inter inched closer to clinching the Serie A crown following a pulsating 2-2 draw away at Torino, despite surrendering a two-goal advantage. The result pushed Simone Inzaghi’s side 10 points clear of SSC Napoli, with just four fixtures remaining on their league calendar. Only three more points will see Inter officially crowned as champions of Italy.

𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐎 𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐍 𝐈𝐓 𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑’𝐒 𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘 ⏰

Dimarco makes history with 18 assists 🎁🅰️ pic.twitter.com/E34wZGrKQP

— 433 (@433) April 26, 2026

First Half: Inter Dominate Early Exchanges

The Nerazzurri started the encounter with attacking intent. Manuel Akanji had the game’s opening opportunity, heading just wide from a rehearsed set piece, followed by an early header from Yann Bisseck that did little to trouble Torino goalkeeper Alberto Paleari. The breakthrough arrived in the 23rd minute as Marcus Thuram powered home a header at the back post, latching onto Federico Dimarco’s expertly lofted delivery.

Torino offered little in reply during the opening period, failing to register a single attempt on goal prior to the interval.

Dimarco Reaches Historic Landmark

Inter maintained their pressure after the restart, with Paleari forced into a sharp save to deny Dimarco from close range, before Matteo Darmian saw his rebound attempt blocked at the last moment. Thuram was again involved but his shot was deflected out for a corner. From the resulting set piece, Dimarco produced a record-breaking 18th assist of the Serie A season, delivering a perfect ball for Bisseck to double the visitors’ advantage with another precise header — the most assists ever by a player in a single Serie A campaign.

Torino’s Late Revival Earns Draw

Despite appearing in control, Inter were pegged back in dramatic fashion. Giovanni Simeone halved the deficit in the 70th minute after a slick passing move, before coming close to equalising with a shot that flashed narrowly wide. Torino, buoyed by their resurgence, then forced Inter goalkeeper Yan Sommer into action, saving a powerful effort from Alieu Njie.

The pressure told when Carlos Augusto conceded a spot-kick for a handball that was confirmed via VAR. Nikola Vlasic confidently dispatched the penalty, bringing the sides level. In the closing stages, Torino looked likelier to steal all three points but were unable to find the breakthrough before the final whistle.

Statistical Overview and What Lies Ahead

This result marked just the second time in 15 meetings that Torino have managed to avoid defeat against Inter. However, Torino continue to reside in mid-table, far from the European qualification spots. Inter, meanwhile, will have the opportunity to secure the Serie A title next weekend with a home win against Parma.