Zielinski and Thuram Strike Late as Inter Overturn Fiorentina Lead
Inter Milan secured all three points at San Siro on October 25, 2026, mounting a dramatic late comeback to defeat Fiorentina 2-1 in Serie A. The hosts overturned a second-half deficit through late strikes from Marcus Thuram and Piotr Zielinski after Alex Jimenez had initially put the visiting side ahead.
The result maintains Inter’s momentum near the top of the table while denying the visitors an important away result despite an improved display under Paolo Vanoli. Fiorentina generated second-half opportunities to double their advantage, but Inter’s persistence down the stretch eventually broke down the opposition structure.
Fiorentina
clubLate San Siro Blitz Erases Jimenez Opener
Fiorentina opened the scoring after the interval when Alex Jimenez found the net to give the Tuscans a momentum-shifting lead. Inter pushed forward in response, utilizing late central overloads to push the opposition back into their own penalty area.
Marcus Thuram brought the home side level in the closing stages, turning the momentum decisively back toward Inter. Minutes later, Piotr Zielinski scored the decisive second goal to complete the rapid turnaround and ensure Inter claimed the maximum points at home.
Piotr Zielinski
playerTactical Adaptations and Manager Reaction
Fiorentina head coach Paolo Vanoli addressed his second-half tactical adjustments, which saw goalscorer Jimenez and Franco Mastantuono withdrawn for Dodo and Wilfried Gnonto in an effort to maintain high-intensity pressing on the flank.
Speaking to DAZN after the final whistle, Vanoli emphasized the physical work rate and structural development shown by his squad despite the setback.
“We knew Inter were strong, but I think we played a great game. We have improved in many aspects. Obviously, we had a couple of chances to score the second. This isnβt the first time Inter have made a comeback. We need to realise that we are improving. Iβm sorry for the lads because they deserved an important win. We must keep our heads held high and keep this up.”
Fiorentina turn their attention to their next domestic fixture seeking to translate performance improvements into league points, while Inter maintain their focus on the ongoing Serie A title race.