Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram propelled Inter Milan to a four-point lead at the summit of Serie A, each scoring in a resounding 2-0 victory over Lazio on Sunday. Their formidable partnership in attack continued to flourish, with their goals marking 22 out of Inter’s 39 Serie A goals this season. This win not only widened the gap between Inter and their closest pursuers, following Juventus’ draw with Genoa, but also showcased their superiority in the league under Simone Inzaghi’s guidance.
Martinez, the Argentine striker, dedicated his goal to Bahia Blanca, his hometown, following a devastating storm that tragically claimed the lives of at least 13 people due to a sports club roof collapse. “My city and family have been affected by the storm, I wanted to send a message,” remarked Martinez.
While Inzaghi, yet to clinch a Scudetto as a coach, has overseen a team that has been unparalleled in Italy over the course of 16 matches. Their dominance persisted against Lazio, a team closely associated with Inzaghi’s playing career. Now, his focus shifts to Monday’s Champions League last-16 draw, where he anticipates a rematch of last season’s final against Manchester City.
Martinez initiated Inter’s lead just before halftime with his 17th goal of the season, capitalizing on a poor Adam Marusic backpass, maneuvering past Lazio’s goalkeeper, Ivan Provedel, and slotting the ball home. Thuram, the French forward, then extended the advantage in the 66th minute, neatly converting an opportunity set up by Nicolo Barella for his eighth goal of the season.
This defeat marked Lazio’s first home loss since August, relegating them to 11th place in the league. Manuel Lazzari’s late red card for dissent added to their disappointment, capping off a bitter evening for Maurizio Sarri’s side.
Lautaro Martínez
Lautaro Javier Martínez
Inter performance and stats
Inter will play the next match in Coppa Italia against Bologna on Wednesday 20th of December in Milano. The prediction is Inter winning the match.
Marcus Thuram
Marcus Thuram
Inter performance and stats
Inter will play the next match in Coppa Italia against Bologna on Wednesday 20th of December in Milano. The prediction is Inter winning the match.