Lautaro Strikes Early as Inter Take Control Against Lazio
The clash between Inter and Lazio at San Siro kicked off with all the intensity you’d expect from two top Serie A sides. Within just three minutes, Inter’s captain Lautaro Martínez put his team ahead with a moment of brilliance. It was one of those instinctive strikes that reminded everyone why he’s been so vital for the Nerazzurri — a right-footed effort hit cleanly and precisely into the top corner. The move began when young Luka Sučić pressed aggressively on the left, won the ball, and quickly found Alessandro Bastoni, who delivered a perfect setup for Lautaro to finish.
That early goal set the tone. Inter, guided by Cristian Chivu from the sidelines, looked confident and sharp. They were coming off a strong Champions League performance against Kairat and a dramatic late win over Verona, and the momentum was clearly carrying over. Lautaro nearly doubled the lead just minutes later — Dimarco whipped in a dangerous free-kick, and the Argentine’s header skimmed just over the bar. The energy inside San Siro was electric, with the home crowd sensing another dominant night.
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Lazio, on the other hand, tried to regain their rhythm after the early shock. Maurizio Sarri’s team entered this match unbeaten in six, with their defense particularly solid — four straight games without conceding. But Inter’s pressure made it difficult for them to settle into their usual passing rhythm. Zaccagni and Isaksen tried to stretch the play on the wings, yet Bastoni and Dumfries were disciplined in tracking back.
In the pre-match interview, Chivu spoke about managing a mature and selfless group of players. He emphasized the importance of balance, especially with so many fixtures piling up. His words reflected what fans were seeing on the pitch — a team fully in sync, maintaining compactness, and working collectively rather than chasing individual glory.
Lazio’s lineup featured Provedel in goal and a backline led by Romagnoli, with Cataldi and Guendouzi anchoring the midfield. Inter fielded their familiar 3-5-2 setup, with Sommer in goal and Dumfries and Dimarco providing width. Chivu’s approach seemed clear: control possession, stay compact, and rely on Lautaro’s finishing to make the difference.
By halftime, the scoreline read 1–0, but the game was very much alive. Lazio were beginning to push higher up the field, while Inter looked ready to strike on the counter. With names like Thuram and Frattesi waiting on the bench, Chivu still had plenty of firepower to call upon.
As the second half loomed, fans were left wondering — would Inter extend their lead and seal another statement win, or could Sarri’s disciplined Lazio find a way back into the match? Whatever the outcome, this fixture was already living up to its billing: a high-stakes battle between two sides chasing consistency and pride in the heart of Serie A.
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