Hakan Calhanoglu’s early goal secured Inter Milan a 1-0 victory over Cagliari on Sunday, maintaining their perfect start to the Serie A season as they defended their title. The match took place in Sardinia and saw the Turkish midfielder score a first-time strike from the edge of the box in the ninth minute, his second goal in two games, setting the tone for a dominant first half by the reigning champions.

Despite Inter’s control, a combination of missed opportunities and strong goalkeeping by Cagliari’s Elia Caprile kept the score level at halftime. After the break, Inter continued to struggle to convert chances, with forwards Lautaro Martinez, Francesco Pio Esposito, and defender Alessandro Bastoni all failing to add to the lead. England international Curtis Jones made his debut for Inter as a substitute during the second half. Late in the game, Cagliari mounted pressure with a series of chances that threatened to salvage a draw.

Christian Chivu’s team registered 29 shots throughout the match but managed only the single goal. The victory elevated Inter Milan to the top of the Serie A table after two matches, ahead of AC Milan, Juventus, and Lazio on goal difference.

Lazio also extended their winning streak to two matches by defeating Genoa 1-0 in Rome. The decisive goal came from summer signing Davide Frattesi, who scored for the second consecutive game under coach Gennaro Gattuso.

Meanwhile, Como continued their strong start with a 2-1 upset victory over Napoli at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, spoiling Massimiliano Allegri’s home coaching debut. Martin Baturina put the visitors ahead in the 17th minute, reflecting Como’s enterprising play. Napoli responded in the 30th minute with a strike from Rasmus Hojlund that leveled the score. However, just before halftime, a defensive error allowed Anastasios Douvikas to restore Como’s lead, marking his second consecutive game with a goal.

Napoli’s summer signing Kevin De Bruyne, who played a key role off the bench in their opening match, was introduced early in the second half but could not influence the outcome, as Como held on for a notable win amid challenging weather conditions.