Lautaro Martinez leads Inter Milan to 1-0 win against Roma in Italian league
Date
10/21/2024 2:46:53 AM
(MENAFN) Led by Lautaro Martinez, Inter Milan secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Roma on Sunday, keeping their hopes alive in the Italian Serie A title race. The decisive moment came in the second half when Argentine forward Martinez found the back of the net following a swift counterattack at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. His goal not only showcased Inter’s attacking prowess but also highlighted their ability to capitalize on defensive lapses from their opponents.
The sequence that led to the goal began with a corner kick taken by Roma. Inter midfielder Davide Frattesi made a timely tackle on Roma's Nicola Zalewski, reclaiming possession near midfield when Roma was vulnerable in defense. With urgency, Frattesi advanced the ball down the right flank, as Inter players Federico Dimarco and Martinez made their way into the hosts' half, creating a scoring opportunity. Unopposed, Frattesi delivered a precise pass to Martinez, who unleashed a powerful shot from near the penalty box, beating Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar and putting Inter ahead on the hour mark.
This narrow victory propelled Inter to 17 points in the Serie A standings, keeping them in contention behind Napoli, who leads with 19 points after their 1-0 win over Empoli, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scoring the decisive goal for the Naples club. Meanwhile, Roma finds themselves in mid-table with just 10 points, struggling to find consistency in their performances this season.
Inter is now being closely pursued by Juventus, who have amassed 16 points so far. The two teams are set to clash next Sunday in what promises to be an intense Serie A battle at Milan's Giuseppe Meazza Stadium, further heightening the stakes in the title race as the season progresses.
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