With the free-kick for Bisseck’s goal against Lecce, Hakan reached a total of 24 set-piece assists since he arrived in Italy. In the top 5 leagues, only Kimmich and Parejo can keep up with the Turkish player.
The game pauses as Calhanoglu takes charge, opponents tremble. In Serie A this season, Hakan started all 17 games, evolving into a total midfielder—building up Inter’s play and contributing defensively. A set-piece maestro, he’s a rare talent in Europe. Since 2017, only Kimmich and Parejo match his set-piece assists record.
SET-PIECE MASTERCLASS
With the assist for Bisseck against Lecce, Calhanoglu notched his 24th set-piece assist since joining Serie A. This tally aligns with Bayern’s Joshua Kimmich and Villarreal’s Dani Parejo in the top European leagues. Despite changing teams, roles, and shirts, Hakan’s Italian journey has a consistent thread—set pieces: be it venomous corners or strategic free-kicks, his impact remains potent and he will find you from any position.
FREE-KICKS AND CORNERS
Having the right teammates is pivotal, evident in Acerbi’s goal from a corner assisted by Calhanoglu against Bologna. This classic Inter set-piece routine involves a strong delivery to the near post, seeking a strong header.
Against Torino (3-0 Inter win), the team replicated this formula: a corner by Calha, a header by Acerbi, and a goal by Lautaro. Now the essence remains consistent for Inter—when he arranges the ball in set-piece scenarios, it’s always a danger for the opponent. Calhanoglu’s set-piece prowess is unmatched, a formidable weapon for Inzaghi’s pursuit of the league title.
