Inter Milan defeated Lazio 3-0 in a Serie A match, showcasing their strength just days before the Coppa Italia final. The victory was marked by a dominant performance at the Stadio Olimpico.
Key points
Inter Milan defeated Lazio 3-0
Match held at Stadio Olimpico
Victory before Coppa Italia final
Lazio made several lineup changes
Mattia Zaccagni ruled out due to injury
Inter MilanLazioSerie ACoppa Italia
Lazio 0-3 Inter Milan: Champions Make Big Statement Before the Final
Lazio 0-3 Inter Milan: Champions Make Big Statement Before the Final
Four days before they meet in the Coppa Italia final, InterMilan put three unanswered goals past Lazio in the Serie A contest held at the Stadio Olimpico.
Inter were the more determined side from the outset, and it only took them six minutes to open the scoring. Bisseck played a long throw-in to the box, and Thuram was able to beat Rovella and Pellegrini in the air to set up Martinez, who escaped Marusic and Gila to score on the half volley.
The Nerazzurri also added a rapid second, as Thuram freed Diouf on the right flank. Motta was able to deny the wing-back, and Thuram couldnât hit the target on the rebound.
Petar Sucic Stuns Lazio with Pearler
At the end of a disappointing first half, Lazio were hoping to head into the interval with a limited deficit before trying to pick up the pieces in the second period. However, they ended up conceding a stellar second goal in the 39th minute.
Inter produced quality football down the left flank. Lautaro then turned and stormed into the box. The Argentine attracted a host of players, including Dele-Bashiru, who left Sucic unmarked. The Inter captain then cut it back to the Croatian, who fired a scorcher from the outside of the box. Motta couldnât get anywhere near it.
Alessio Romagnoli Sees Red
After the break, Inter picked up from where they left off, as Bisseck found himself in front of goal. However, the Germanâs attempt was denied by Motta, who was also brave when collecting the second ball.
Afterwards, Romagnoli caught Yoan Bonny with a high-stud challenge that initially earned him a yellow card. Nevertheless, the match official was summoned by the VAR for an on-field review, which resulted in an upgrade to a red card.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan Rounds Off Interâs Victory with a Third Goal
Despite being reduced to 10 men, Lazio enjoyed their best stretch afterwards. Gustav Isaksen, who came off the bench, had three attempts, including one that was cleared off the line by Augusto, and another one denied by Josep Martinez. Noslin also had a glorious chance, but it was blocked by the backline.
And yet, it was Inter who added to their lead, partially thanks to Dele-Bashiru, who played a poor back pass while under pressure. Bonny kept his composure inside the box before finding Mkhitaryan, who skipped past Marusic and sent a powerful shot that grazed Mottaâs face on its way towards the roof of the net.
While this wasnât the result the Aquile aspired for before the Coppa Italia final, Wednesdayâs showdown will be a whole different ball game, especially with key players returning to the starting lineup. Therefore, this is not the time for the Laziali to despair.
