Inter Milan Starlet Reveals ‘The Team Must Come First’ After Assist Off The Bench In Victory Over Pisa

Inter Milan earned a crucial 2-0 win away at Pisa, and Francesco Pio Esposito reflected on his decisive impact after providing the first assist for Lautaro Martinez, whose brace secured all three points.

The young striker came off the bench and injected fresh energy into Cristian Chivu’s side, helping Inter break a tense deadlock before controlling the match in the closing stages.

He replaced Marcus Thuram, who is still without a goal in over two months after returning from injury only recently.

Pisa 0-2 Inter – Pio Esposito: ‘What Matters Is 3 Points’ After Assist For Lautaro

MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 21: Francesco Pio Esposito of Internazionale warms up prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and US Sassuolo Calcio at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Esposito’s intelligent movement helped create the opening for Lautaro, and the captain delivered with a composed finish to put Inter ahead.

The goal shifted the momentum firmly in Inter’s favour, allowing the Nerazzurri to manage the game and eventually seal the victory with Lautaro’s second.

Speaking to DAZN after the final whistle, with quotes via FCInterNews, Esposito stressed that personal success comes second to Inter’s collective goals.

“The team must come first. Whether it’s a goal or an assist, the important thing is getting the three points. Scoring is happiness for a striker, but I’m convinced the team has to come first, just like Lauti said,” he explained.

His maturity and clarity in moments like these underline why Chivu continues to trust him in tight matches.

With Inter aiming to rebuild momentum during a demanding period of the season, Pio Esposito’s growth and impact off the bench