Inter Milan secured their 21st Serie A title with a dominant performance, clinching the championship with three games to spare after defeating Parma 2-0 at San Siro on May 3, 2026.
Marcus Thuram opened the scoring in first-half added time, placing an angled shot just beyond the reach of Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki. Henrikh Mkhitaryan sealed the victory with a second goal in the 80th minute, assisted by Lautaro Martinez, who returned from injury for this crucial match.
Inter’s possession during the match stood at 59%, reflecting their control over the game. They registered five shots on target compared to Parma’s none, illustrating their offensive dominance.
This win propelled Inter Milan 12 points clear of defending champions Napoli in the league standings. Cristian Chivu celebrated his first major prize as a coach with this victory, a remarkable achievement in his first full top-flight campaign.
Historically, Inter last won the Serie A title in 2024. In their previous six matches leading up to this game, they scored an impressive 19 goals.
Before this match, Inter only needed one point to secure the Scudetto. Meanwhile, Parma had already ensured their safety in Serie A prior to facing Inter.
Cristian Chivu expressed his determination: “Inter wanted to ‘kill off’ the Scudetto as soon as possible.” This sentiment showcased the team’s focus and ambition throughout the season.
The next challenge for Inter lies in maintaining momentum as they prepare for upcoming fixtures. Their performance against Parma sets a high standard as they aim to solidify their position at the top of Serie A.
