Esposito's backheel helps Inter thrash Monza 4-1

A sensational flick from Italy international Francesco Pio Esposito sealed Inter's statement win.

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What happened. Inter began their Serie A title defence with a 4-1 win over Monza, with Esposito scoring a stunning backheel flick.

• Inter scored three goals in 20 second-half minutes.
• Esposito's goal was his first of the 2026-27 season.
• He scored seven in Serie A last campaign.

Inter aim to retain their Serie A title after winning the double last season.

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