Serie A: Inter Milan pegged back twice as battling Sampdoria earn draw

Sampdoria twice fought back from behind to hold Serie A champions Inter Milan to a 2-2 draw on Sunday, as Simone Inzaghi’s side dropped points for the first time this season.

Inter Milan could not extend their perfect start to the defense of their Serie A title as they were held to a 2-2 draw at Sampdoria but still moved up to second place. The champions are two points behind league leaders Napoli after failing to beat a spirited Samp side in Genoa following two wins in their opening two fixtures of the campaign.