Inter Milan 3-2 Juventus – Media Divided Over Bastoni Performance: ‘Clever Move But Doesn’t Do Himself Any Favours’ | OneFootball

Alessandro Bastoni found himself at the centre of the storm in Inter’s 3-2 Derby d’Italia victory over Juventus, but not for the reasons he might have hoped.

The Italian international played a chaotic match.

He struck the woodwork twice and picked up an early booking.

Therefore walking a fine line before the incident that ultimately defined the night.

His reaction under pressure from Kalulu led to the Juventus defender’s second yellow card.

It was a moment that swung the match and ignited fierce debate.

Inter 3-2 Juventus – Press Divided Over Bastoni Ratings

MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 25: Alessandro Bastoni of Internazionale looks on during the warm up prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Torino FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 25, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Italian outlet TMW described it as “a clever move that deceived La Penna,” but added that it was “a gesture that doesn’t do him any favours and wasn’t needed.”

The national press reflected that divided sentiment in their ratings, via L’Interista.

Gazzetta dello Sport handed Bastoni a 4.5, Corriere dello Sport a 5, Tuttosport a harsh 4, TMW a 5, while L’Interista was slightly more forgiving with a 5.5.

While Inter celebrated three crucial points, Bastoni’s performance left analysts split between praising his streetwise instinct and questioning the sportsmanship behind a decisive moment.