Inter Milan starlet Francesco Pio Esposito found the opening goal in last night’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash between Italy and Norway.

According to FCInterNews, the 20-year-old striker impressed despite the Azzurri’s disastrous defeat, netting his first goal at San Siro.

Despite taking a halftime lead, Gennaro Gattuso’s side slumped to a disastrous 4-1 home defeat to the Norwegians.

As a result, Italy will seek a place at next summer’s tournament through the dreaded qualification playoffs.

However, Esposito’s performance can put a smile on Inter fans’ faces.

Pio Esposito Scores First San Siro Goal in Italy 1-4 Norway Rout

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BARI, ITALY – AUGUST 16: Francesco Pio Esposito of Inter during Pre-Season Friendly match between FC Internazionale and Olympiacos FC at Stadio San Nicola on August 16, 2025 in Bari, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)

Francesco Pio Esposito enjoyed a dream international break.

After scoring a crucial opener in Italy’s late 2-0 win at Moldova, the young center-forward scored another goal for his country.

Indeed, the Nerazzurri rising star broke the deadlock in Italy’s dismal loss to Norway.

Furthermore, it served to open his account at San Siro ahead of Sunday’s high-stakes Serie A showdown between Inter and AC Milan.

Unfortunately, Esposito’s goal proved nothing more than a consolation, with Italy’s collapse overshadowing the youngster’s memorable milestone.