On August 17, 2024, Genoa and Inter Milan delivered a captivating Serie A opener at Stadio Luigi Ferraris, concluding in a dramatic 2-2 draw. The match showcased the intense battle between the two teams, featuring key moments that defined the game.
The home side, Genoa, took an early advantage when Alessandro Vogliacco scored in the 20th minute. Their lead, however, was short-lived as Inter Milan's Marcus Thuram equalized in the 30th minute, thanks to a precise assist from Nicolo Barella. Thuram made it 2-1 for Inter in the 82nd minute with another goal, this time set up by Davide Frattesi. Just when it seemed Inter would secure all three points, Junior Messias delivered a dramatic equalizer for Genoa in the 90+5th minute. Messias had earlier missed a penalty in the same minute, a missed opportunity that could have sealed a victory for the home side.
Inter Milan dominated the game with 68% possession compared to Genoa's 32%. They had 17 total shots, while Genoa managed 13, with both teams having 7 and 8 shots on target, respectively. Inter also excelled in passing, completing 491 passes to Genoa's 231. Despite Genoa's lower possession, they boasted a higher expected goals (xG) of 2.268 compared to Inter's 1.75, underscoring the dangerous chances they created.
The match saw a total of three yellow cards, with Inter receiving two and Genoa one. Both teams displayed resilience throughout the game, with Genoa managing to secure a valuable point at the last moment. For Inter, it was a frustrating draw, given their late lead, while Genoa could take pride in their spirited performance against the reigning champions.
Source: Goal.com