Carlos Augusto scored the winning goal as Inter beat Shakhtar Donetsk at San Siro on 21 October. The result gave Inter their first three Champions League points of the season.
Winner against Shakhtar
Carlos Augusto scored in Inter's Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk and his goal gave Inter the win. After the match, he said: "We won for him too"
Return from the bench
After starting the season on the bench against Monza and Cagliari, Carlos Augusto has made seven appearances, scoring four goals and providing two assists. He assisted Lautaro's goal against Napoli to make it 2-1 after Hojlund had made it 2-0. He also scored against Udinese to make it 2-1 in a comeback that ended 5-3, and against Bologna he scored and provided a decisive assist after coming off the bench in a match that had been 1-1.
Contract situation
Carlos Augusto's current Inter contract expires on 30 June 2028. He said: "A contract extension? We're talking about it and taking our time. I still have two years left on my contract..."
GOAL reported that Inter want to reward Carlos Augusto with a pay rise and an extension from 2028 to at least 2030. GOAL reported that he currently earns €2.2 million a season, and GOAL reported that he wants to stay at Inter.
GOAL's report on selection
GOAL reported that Carlos Augusto's performances are strengthening his case for a new Inter contract and creating a selection issue for Cristian Chivu.