Inter Milan showcased a clinical display, capitalising on their chances to secure a commanding 3-0 victory against reigning champions Napoli on Sunday, reclaiming the top spot in Serie A.

Despite Napoli's persistent challenges throughout the match, Inter demonstrated efficiency in front of goal.

Hakan Calhanoglu, Nicolo Barella, and Marcus Thuram each found the net at pivotal moments, countering Napoli's momentum.

With this victory, Inter now leads Serie A with 35 points, establishing a two-point lead over second-placed Juventus after completing 14 matches.

"Coming to Naples, you have to expect some difficulties. Inter manager Simone Inzaghi told DAZN. "We had prepared in a certain way to push our wing-backs against their full-backs because the further away you keep Napoli from the penalty area, the better.

"The only time we really struggled was when we were defending too deep. Winning like this in Naples is satisfying, but we also know it is only Week 14 and there is a very long way to go."

Napoli's quest to defend their title suffered another setback as they now trail Inter by 11 points, following a 3-0 loss. Currently occupying fifth place with 24 points, they sit behind AS Roma in fourth.

The match began with Napoli showing vigour, with Eljif Elmas forcing a save from Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer with a powerful long-range shot.

Despite wearing their orange third kit, Inter struggled to find cohesion early on, facing challenges in maintaining momentum as Napoli exploited openings on the flanks.

Around the half-hour mark, Napoli's Matteo Politano attempted a long-range shot, fed by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, only to see his effort hit the crossbar.

Inter, against the run of play, broke the deadlock just before halftime when Hakan Calhanoglu unleashed a precise low shot from outside the box into the bottom corner.

In the second half, Napoli continued their offensive efforts, with Kvaratskhelia narrowly missing the target with an angled drive on the hour mark.

However, Inter furthered their lead in the 61st minute, as Nicolo Barella skillfully navigated past two defenders to slot the ball beyond keeper Alex Meret.

Marcus Thuram secured the victory with a goal five minutes from time, capitalising on a precise cross from substitute Juan Cuadrado to tap home unmarked into the box, securing Inter's third goal.