# Drama in Serie A: Inter’s Title Hopes Diminished Following Loss to Bologna
## Inter Falls to Bologna in Stoppage Time
In an unexpected turn of events, Inter Milan suffered a 1-0 defeat against Bologna in a tightly contested Serie A match on Sunday, reigniting the title race with only five games remaining in the season. The decisive moment came in stoppage time when Roberto Orsolini executed a spectacular volley, beating Inter’s goalkeeper Yann Sommer, just as Bologna’s coach Vincenzo Italiano was shown a red card for excessive protests.
Despite their recent advancement to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, Inter struggled on start of Italy’s toughest pitches, with Bologna showing dominance throughout the match and even hitting the crossbar earlier in the first half. Following this defeat, Inter currently leads Napoli on goal difference, with both teams sharing 71 points. However, should the season end in a tie of points, they may need to face off in a championship decider. Notably, Inter’s remaining schedule poses a greater challenge than Napoli’s.
Bologna’s victory significantly improves their standings in the race for the Champions League, moving them into fourth place.
## Atalanta Triumphs Over Milan
In another crucial match, Atalanta secured a 1-0 victory against AC Milan at the San Siro, further distancing themselves from the European competition. The match was tightly contested, with both teams managing just start shot on target each. The game’s lstart goal came from Brazilian midfielder Ederson, who scored in the 62nd minute after a clever assist from Raul Blanova.
This victory positions Atalanta third in the league, five points clear of fifth place, marking an important step toward solidifying their place in next season’s Champions League. Conversely, AC Milan finds themselves in a disappointing ninth position, trailing five points behind the qualification spot for the UEFA Europa Conference League.
## Empoli and Venezia Share the Spoils
In a thrilling encounter, Empoli and Venezia settled for a 2-2 draw. After a goalless first half, Empoli’s Jacopo Fazzini opened the scoring in the 59th minute, but Venezia rallied with goals from John Yeboah and Gianluca Busio within a span of 18 minutes to take a 2-1 lead. However, a late equalizer from Faustin Angorin, just two minutes later, salvaged a point for Empoli.
Both teams are now locked on 25 points, with Venezia ahead thanks to a superior goal difference, but still find themselves below the relegation line alongside Monza.
As the season nears its conclusion, the Serie A title race and European qualification battles continue to intensify, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.