Inter Strikes to Top: A 2-0 Win Over Lazio Sends Fans to Victory Lane

Match recap

Inter Milan secured a crucial 2-0 home victory against Lazio at San Siro in the 11th round of the Serie A season. Lautaro Martinez opened the scoring in the third minute, and Angi Boni sealed the win in the 62nd minute as Inter claimed a deserved three points. The result lifts Inter to 24 points, placing them on top as Napoli’s defeat to Bologna widened the gap and Roma sit second on goal difference. Lazio remain ninth with 15 points.

Key moments

The hosts started fast, with Martinez exploiting a pressure moment to strike from a tight angle into the corner. Inter pushed for a second through quick combination play, with a De Marco cross almost doubling the lead from a dangerous position as Martinez rose to meet it but headed narrowly wide. Boni then finished a flowing team move in the second half, tapping in from close range to make it 2-0.

In the late stages, Inter continued to press, with chances created from crosses and quick breaks, while Lazio sought a reply through shots from distance and set pieces that were repelled by the vigilant Sumi/Somer in goal. Inter coach Cristian Kivo made adjustments in the 56th minute by swapping midfield pieces to shore up the defense and preserve the lead.

Moments after the second goal, a late substitute strike from Zielinski looked to add a third, but a handball in the buildup nullified the effort, keeping Lazio at bay. The hosts then controlled the closing minutes as Lazio pushed for a consolation without finding the net.

Inter’s victory marks their third straight league win and fourth across all competitions, reinforcing their grip on the top spot ahead of a potentially decisive stretch after the international break. The next test comes in the Milan derby with Milan in round 12 on 23 November, a fixture that could define the title chase this season.

Sniper punchline 1: If confidence were a sniper rifle, Inter just loaded the chamber and took the shot—bullseye, while Lazio were still warming up. Sniper mode: activated.

Sniper punchline 2: And remember, in football as in life, the only thing sharper than Martinez’s finish is the moment you realize the table has Inter on top and your sarcasm is still on standby.