Torino 2-2 Inter Player Ratings: Federico Dimarco 8.5/10 Breaks Serie A Assist Record But Inter Squander Two-Goal Lead in Torino Thriller

Inter arrived in Turin knowing a victory would take them another significant step toward the Scudetto, and for an hour, they looked every inch the champions-elect. Thuram's powerful header from Dimarco's pinpoint left-wing delivery in the 23rd minute gave the visitors a deserved lead, and a thoroughly dominant display kept Torino at arm's length throughout a first half in which the hosts failed to register a single shot on target in open play.

Bisseck's glancing header from Dimarco's corner in the 61st minute, the wing-back's 17th league assist of the season, breaking Papu Gomez's all-time Serie A record in the most emphatic fashion, appeared to have sealed the points and written the perfect script for an historic evening in Turin.

Then Torino, to their enormous credit, refused to accept what was being written for them. Simeone's sublime lob over Sommer in the 70th minute was as unexpected as it was brilliant, and Vlasic's ice-cold penalty into the top-left corner nine minutes later, awarded after a VAR check for handball, completed one of Serie A's most dramatic second-half comebacks and denied Inter Milan two vital points they had all but pocketed.

Dimarco leaves Turin with a historic record that will stand for years, but Inter's inability to see out a two-goal lead will linger just as long, and leaves the Scudetto celebration at least one more week away. Here are Sportsdunia's Torino vs Inter player ratings.

Key Takeaways

• Dimarco's record-breaking 17th assist was the individual highlight of the entire evening, surpassing Papu Gomez's all-time Serie A record with a perfectly delivered corner for Bisseck's header, in a performance that underlined why the wing-back is arguably the most complete player in the division right now.
• Simeone's sublime lob over Sommer in the 70th minute was the moment that completely changed the tie's trajectory, an audacious, technically brilliant finish that gave Torino renewed belief at precisely the moment Inter looked certain to see out a comfortable victory.
• Inter's failure to hold a two-goal lead, conceding twice in nine minutes through a brilliant individual goal and a VAR-awarded penalty, delayed their Scudetto celebrations and raised questions about their ability to manage games at crucial moments despite their commanding position at the Serie A summit.

Torino Player Ratings vs Inter

Here are the Torino Player Ratings vs Inter.

Goalkeeper

Alberto Paleari - 6.5: He couldn't do much about either of Inter's goals. They were both well-worked headers from close range. What stood out to us was his resilience. He made three crucial saves, two of which were from inside the box, preventing the scoreline from getting worse. His distribution was a bit shaky, but he commanded his area well enough.

Defenders

Saúl Coco - 6.0: A short outing for Coco, who was substituted just after halftime. In the time he was on, he looked decent enough, even creating a chance early on. The defence seemed to lose some organization after he left. It was an average performance in a chaotic match.

Ardian Ismajli - 7.5: We were really impressed by this guy. While his team was under the cosh, he stood tall. He made a massive six clearances and won all his tackles, including a last-man tackle. He was a rock at the back and played a huge part in keeping Torino in the game. A truly committed defensive display.

Enzo Ebosse - 5.5: It was a difficult evening for Ebosse. He seemed to struggle with the pace and movement of Inter's attack. Committing five fouls and picking up a yellow card tells its own story. He was a bit of a liability at times and was fortunate not to see red. A day he'll want to forget.

Midfielders

Emirhan İlkhan - 8.0: What a performance from the midfielder. He was the creative spark for Torino's incredible comeback. His brilliant pass set up Simeone's goal, and he created two other big chances. His energy was infectious, and he drove his team forward relentlessly. An outstanding contribution.

Valentino Lazaro - 6.0: His game was cut short by an unfortunate injury early in the second half. Before that, he was putting in a shift without really setting the world alight. He completed most of his passes but failed to make a decisive impact on the game. We hope his injury isn't serious.

Rafa Obrador - 6.5: Obrador was a willing runner down the left flank all game. He attempted nine crosses, which shows his intent, but only one found its target. The effort was there, but the final product was lacking. A frustrating performance, but he never stopped trying.

Gvidas Gineitis - 6.0: He had a couple of shots blocked but was largely on the periphery of the action. He worked hard defensively but couldn't impose himself on the midfield battle. Substituted in the second half as Torino looked for more creativity.

Forwards

Nikola Vlašić - 8.0: A true captain's display. When his team needed him most, he stepped up and buried the penalty to earn a point. Beyond the goal, he was a constant creative outlet, making two key passes. He led from the front with determination and quality. He was one of the best players on the pitch for us.

Giovanni Simeone - 7.5: He was the man who started the comeback. His goal was a predator's finish and gave his team the belief they needed. He was a handful all night, registering four shots, though he will be disappointed to have missed a big chance. A tireless and threatening performance.

Ché Adams - 6.0: A very quiet game for the forward. He struggled to get involved in the play and was well-marshalled by the Inter defence. He was substituted after 67 minutes, having made little to no impact. Not his day.

Substitutes

Substitutes - 7.0: The changes made by the manager were pivotal. Duván Zapata and Cesare Casadei, in particular, added energy and threat, helping to pin Inter back in the final twenty minutes. They played a huge role in turning the tide of the match.

Manager

R. D'Aversa - 7.5: Masterminded a fantastic comeback. At 2-0 down, many teams would have folded, but his side showed immense character and fight. His substitutions were spot on and changed the dynamic of the game. He deserves huge credit for the spirit he has instilled in this team.

Inter Player Ratings vs Torino

Check out the Inter Player Ratings vs Torino.

Goalkeeper

Yann Sommer - 6.0: He was a spectator for large parts of the game. He couldn't be faulted for the first goal and had no chance with the penalty. A frustrating evening for him as his clean sheet vanished in the chaos of the second half.

Defenders

Manuel Akanji - 7.5: From our perspective, Akanji was immense. He was dominant in the air, winning four aerial duels, and made six crucial clearances. He was composed on the ball and a leader at the back. It's a shame his personal performance was let down by the team's collapse.

Carlos Augusto - 5.0: A night to forget for Augusto. He was having a solid if unspectacular game until the fatal error. Conceding the penalty for handball was a moment of madness that cost his team two points. A poor decision under pressure that completely changed the result.

Yann Bisseck - 7.0: Scored a fantastic header to put Inter 2-0 up and looked to have secured the win. He was defensively solid for most of the match, winning his tackles and duels. The late collapse tarnishes his performance slightly, but he can be proud of his goal.

Midfielders

Piotr Zieliński - 7.0: He was the metronome in Inter's midfield for much of the game. An incredible 95% pass accuracy shows his quality in possession. He kept everything ticking over nicely, but perhaps lacked that killer pass to finish the game off.

Petar Sučić - 6.0: He looked neat on the ball but failed to make a significant impact. He was substituted after 80 minutes, having offered little in an attacking sense, and was bypassed a few times defensively.

Nicolò Barella - 6.5: An unusually sloppy performance from the captain. He lost possession 16 times, which is not like him at all. He worked tirelessly as always, but his final ball was lacking, and he picked up a yellow card for a frustrated tackle. Not his finest hour.

Federico Dimarco - 8.5: Without a doubt, the best player on the pitch. He was unplayable. Two sublime assists and a total of five chances created. Every time he got the ball, he looked dangerous. It's a travesty that his masterclass didn't result in a win for his team. The highest-rated player for a reason.

Matteo Darmian - 6.5: A typically solid and professional performance from Darmian. He was defensively sound, winning his tackles and not putting a foot wrong. He did his job effectively before being substituted. You can always rely on him for a steady performance.

Forwards

Marcus Thuram - 7.5: He took his goal superbly with a powerful header. He was a constant menace to the Torino defence with his movement and physicality. He was unlucky not to score more, with three of his four shots being blocked. He did his part.

Ange-Yoan Bonny - 5.5: We were very disappointed with his contribution. He was completely ineffective, losing possession 11 times and failing to win a single duel. It was no surprise to see him substituted after an hour.

Substitutes

Substitutes - 5.5: The substitutes failed to have the desired impact. Andy Diouf came on and got booked almost immediately. The changes didn't help Inter see out the game; if anything, they looked more disjointed.

Manager

C. Chivu - 5.5: He will be absolutely furious with his team. To be 2-0 up and in complete control, only to throw it all away, is inexcusable. His team showed a shocking lack of game management and mental fortitude. Questions will be asked about how they allowed the game to slip away so dramatically.

Man of the Match

Federico Dimarco was the man of the match.

Worst Performer

Carlos Augusto was the worst performer.