MILAN - Mission accomplished. The Nerazzurri have narrowly beaten Padova 1-0 at Interello and continue to chase leaders Atalanta, who could only manage a goalless draw with Chievo. It was a tough match for Daniele Bernazzani's side this afternoon and, in spite of numerous chances throughout the game, they had to wait until the 60th minute, when Bocar's long-range strike secured the three points.
Inter 1-0 Padova
Scorers: Bocar 60.
Inter (4-3-3): 1 Dalle Vedove; 2 Bandini, 4 Mbaye, 5 Pasa, 3 Ferrara; 6 Tassi, 8 Del Piero (76' Donkor), 10 Acampora (57' Pedrabissi); 7 Belloni, 11 Bocar, 9 Forte (89' Colombi).
Subs not used: 12 Smug, 14 Guglielmotti, 15 Zaro, 16 Bangoura, 17 Gabbianelli, 18 Tommasone.
Coach: Daniele Bernazzani.
Padova (4-4-2): 1 Murano; 2 Costa (65'Acka), 5 De Biasi, 6 Barison, 3 Rosina; 7 Monti (75' Rivi), 4 Caporali, 8 Longato, 10 Beghetto (88' Braschi); 11 Rampin, 9 Voltan.
Subs not used: 12 Pelati, 13 Vio, 14 Franchetti, 16 Bellemo, 17 Danieletto.
Coach: Cesare Maestroni.
Referee: Mirko Olivieri (Palermo).
Booked: Caporali 44, Acampora 52, Bandini 54.
Added time: 1+3 minutes.
