Tresoldi Scores Hat Trick as Club Brugge Beats Inter 4-2

Club Brugge stunned Inter Milan with a 4-2 victory at San Siro on October 13, 2026, as Nicolò Tresoldi scored a hat trick in a Champions League match that showcased the 22-year-old striker's growing reputation. Lautaro Martínez scored twice for the Italian side, but Romeo Vermant sealed the Belgian visitors' victory with a late goal.

Tresoldi opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 30th minute, restoring Club Brugge's lead in the 63rd minute before completing his hat trick in the 74th. Martínez equalized shortly before halftime and scored again in the 81st minute, briefly reducing the deficit to one goal. Vermant restored Club Brugge's two-goal cushion in the 87th minute.

The performance added to Tresoldi's profile as he continues to develop in Belgium after progressing through German football. According to Corriere della Sera, he had recorded 68 appearances and 29 goals for Club Brugge by the time of the match, following his move from Hannover's system and a successful spell in Germany's second division.

Despite his breakthrough against Inter, Tresoldi has a longstanding attachment to AC Milan, making his first appearance at San Siro particularly meaningful. Speaking before kickoff, the striker explained the personal significance of facing Inter.

"For me, it's a derby. Playing at San Siro has always been my dream, and playing against Inter is even better for me as a Milan fan. It's a dream, and I hope to enjoy these 90 minutes and have as much fun as possible," Tresoldi said, as reported by Sport Mediaset.

His father, Emanuele Tresoldi, a former Atalanta defender, has previously described his son's loyalty to the Rossoneri. In an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, he recalled how the young striker developed an affection for several Milan stars.

"He fell in love with Kaká, Inzaghi and Pato, and there was no changing his mind," Emanuele Tresoldi said.

The former defender also addressed the possibility of his son eventually playing in Italy's top division, identifying Milan as the club he dreams of representing. Asked whether Nicolò would accept an offer from Inter, his father expressed uncertainty because of his son's longstanding allegiance to their city rivals.

"His dream is to wear the Milan shirt," Emanuele Tresoldi said.

Born in Cagliari on August 20, 2004, Tresoldi moved to Germany with his family in 2017, settling in Hannover because of his mother's work in civil aviation. He joined Hannover 96's youth system and made his professional debut in Germany's second division in 2022. After moving to Club Brugge in the summer of 2025, he won the Belgian league title and the Belgian Super Cup, according to Corriere della Sera and Sport Mediaset.

Tresoldi's international future remains unresolved. Although born in Italy and connected to the country through his family, he has represented Germany at the Under-21 level since 2023. Sport Mediaset reported that he had accumulated 26 appearances and 16 goals for Germany's Under-21 team, while the earlier Corriere della Sera profile noted that Italy coach Roberto Mancini was interested in persuading him to represent the Azzurri.

Mancini has publicly acknowledged the striker's divided national identity, expressing hope that his preference could eventually shift toward Italy. Tresoldi's father, however, has emphasized that the decision must remain his son's, given the opportunities and personal connections he has developed in Germany.

"He will choose with his heart, not based on technical opportunity," Emanuele Tresoldi said, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport.

The father also explained that Tresoldi had promised Germany's Under-21 coach he would complete his current international commitment. With two goals still needed to break the relevant scoring record, the striker's next international decision is expected after the European Championship, according to his father's interview.

Before the Inter match, Swiss goalkeeper Yann Sommer had also praised the forward's potential, describing him as a talented young player with a promising future regardless of which country he ultimately represents. Tresoldi's three-goal performance at San Siro has since provided a significant addition to his growing record at Club Brugge.