Inter Milan secured a hard-fought win over Arsenal thanks to a crucial penalty from Hakan Calhanoglu, moving them to 10 points in the Champions League group stage and keeping their unbeaten run intact.
Football Italia, present at San Siro, rated Inter players highly for their grit and adaptability. Goalkeeper Yann Sommer received a 6.5, holding strong against Arsenal’s set-piece threats and making a critical late save against Kai Havertz.
Benjamin Pavard also earned a 6.5 for his assertive defense and close marking, which were key in containing Arsenal’s forwards.
Stefan de Vrij received a 7 for his commanding defense, with Yann Aurel Bisseck also rated a 7 for his composed, determined play, growing in confidence as the match went on.
On the right, Denzel Dumfries, rated 7, was a threat on both ends, creating Inter’s first significant chance and clearing a shot off the line, keeping Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber under pressure.
Davide Frattesi struggled to settle in and was rated 5, replaced in the 62nd minute by Nicolo Barella (6), who added some midfield stability.
Calhanoglu, instrumental in pressing and calmly scoring the penalty, earned a 7, before he was substituted by Kristjan Asllani (6) in the 71st minute.
Piotr Zielinski focused defensively, rated a 6, supporting Matteo Darmian but with limited forward impact.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan, who replaced him, brought energy but no major changes, also rated a 6. Darmian, rated 6, maintained close marking on Bukayo Saka.
In attack, Mehdi Taremi’s tactical awareness and ability to disrupt Arsenal’s passing lanes earned him a 6.5, especially as he won the penalty for Inter.
Lautaro Martinez had a challenging match, rated 5.5, as he struggled for space, later substituted by Marcus Thuram (5.5).
Manager Simone Inzaghi was rated 6.5 for his tactical approach, which leaned on defensive resilience and paid off, securing Inter a strong position after four group games.
