Italian press praises Tresoldi after Bruges' hat‑trick against Inter

In the Italian press, the name of Nicolò Tresoldi dominated the headlines after his hat‑trick that led Club Brugge to a historic victory against Inter at the San Siro. It called him a “martian” and described Inter’s performance as a “disaster”, highlighting the decisive impact of the 22‑year‑old striker.

The praise from the Italian press

, cited by Inzet, described the match as “a Bruges masterpiece” elevated by a “martian”, showcasing Tresoldi’s talent. The Italian daily also said that Tresoldi’s penalty was “unstoppable” and that his right‑footed shot hit the top corner. It added that “with his hat‑trick, he clearly showed why Italy covets him so much”.

Tresoldi’s decisive hat‑trick

According to Corriere della Sera, Tresoldi’s hat‑trick made him the star of the evening, calling him a “true fury”. Corriere dello Sport highlighted that Club Brugge benefited from his three goals to secure a historic win for the Blauw en Zwart. It recalled that Tresoldi, a former Hannover striker, has Italian roots and could still be eligible for a call‑up with the Squadra, although he is currently playing with the German youth teams.

Tresoldi's penalty gives Club de Bruges the edge in Milan

International reactions

On, former English striker Troy Deeney praised the Bruges efficiency, stating that every time the Club crossed the halfway line, it scored. Mike Grella criticised the Italians’ attitude, reminding that losing to Bruges would have been unthinkable twenty years ago. Nigel Reo‑Coker, on the set, said “it should never be acceptable for Inter to lose to Club Brugge” and pointed to the underestimation of the opponent.

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