Inter Milan Stages Dramatic Three-Goal Comeback Against Como to Secure Spot in Italian Cup Final

Inter Milan stages a 3-2 comeback win over Como in the Italian Cup semi-final, with Hakan Çalhanoğlu scoring twice to secure a spot in the 2026 final.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 22, 2026, 4:28 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from YSScores

Baturina and Da Cunha Silence the San Siro

The second leg of the Italian Cup semi-final began with a stunning display of efficiency from the visitors, as Como sought to reach their first major final in decades. Following a scoreless stalemate in the first leg, Martin Baturina broke the deadlock in the 32nd minute, silencing the home support with a clinical finish. The pressure on the Nerazzurri intensified immediately after the interval when Lucas Da Cunha doubled Como’s lead in the 48th minute. At 2-0 down on the night and on aggregate, Inter Milan appeared to be on the verge of a historic exit from the competition.

Çalhanoğlu Ignites the Nerazzurri Resurgence

With their tournament hopes fading, Inter Milan began a relentless offensive surge in the final half-hour of play. The comeback was spearheaded by Turkish international Hakan Çalhanoğlu, who utilized his signature long-range accuracy to reduce the deficit in the 69th minute. This goal shifted the psychological momentum of the match, forcing Como into a defensive shell. Çalhanoğlu continued to dictate the tempo of the midfield, eventually finding the equalizer in the 86th minute with a powerful strike that leveled the aggregate score and placed Inter in a commanding position.

Sucic Completes the Last Minute Turnaround

The dramatic conclusion of the match arrived just three minutes later as the Larian defense finally buckled under the sustained pressure. In the 89th minute, Petar Sucic found space within the penalty area to slot home Inter’s third goal, completing an improbable turnaround in a span of just twenty minutes. The 3-2 victory ensured Inter Milan’s progression without the need for extra time, marking one of the most resilient performances of the Christian Chivu era. The San Siro erupted as the final whistle confirmed the club’s return to the domestic showpiece.