Moussa Diaby's Double Secures Victory For Al Ittihad Against Inter Milan

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Moussa Diaby netted twice, leading Al Ittihad to a 2-0 win over Inter at the U-Power Stadium on Wednesday. Diaby's goals came on either side of half-time, securing victory against the Serie A champions. He now boasts three goals in his first four matches since transferring from Aston Villa.

In his previous stint with Aston Villa, Diaby scored six times in 38 Premier League appearances. With Al Ittihad, he has already netted half that total in just four games. Against Inter, he was in top form, recording the most shots (three) and shots on target (two). His expected goals (xG) total of 0.24 was second only to Benzema's 0.55.

The match saw Al Ittihad initially struggle but eventually take the lead in the 25th minute. Houssem Aouar set up Diaby, who fired past Yann Sommer to open the scoring. Despite Inter having seven shots compared to Al Ittihad's four in the first half, they couldn't find the back of the net.

Inter faced their first pre-season defeat as they prepare for their final warm-up game against Chelsea this weekend. Their defence faltered again two minutes into the second half when Alessandro Bastoni's loose pass led to Ahmed Al Ghamdi's shot being saved by Sommer. The rebound fell perfectly for Diaby, who scored his second goal.

Milan tried to improve their attacking play but couldn't challenge Predrag Rajkovic effectively. Laurent Blanc’s team managed to hold onto their lead and secure a win in Italy.

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Simone Inzaghi’s side will conclude their pre-season preparations against Chelsea this weekend. This match will be crucial for them as they look to iron out defensive issues before the new campaign begins.

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Despite Inter’s efforts, Al Ittihad capitalised on key moments to secure their win. This performance highlights Diaby’s immediate impact since joining from Aston Villa.

The Frenchman’s early success with Al Ittihad suggests he could be a pivotal player this season. His ability to convert chances and pressure defences will be vital as they aim for more victories.

This match serves as a reminder of how crucial individual performances can be in determining outcomes. Diaby’s contributions were instrumental in securing Al Ittihad’s victory over a strong opponent like Inter.