Lautaro Martinez Breaks Silence After a Firework Finale: Inter-Cremonese Ends in Victory and Controversy

Incident and Result

In a Serie A clash at the Stadio Zini, Inter Milan defeated Cremonese 2-0, with goals from Lautaro Martinez and Piotr Zielinski. The match paused briefly in the second half after disturbing scenes in the stands, when a firework was launched toward the pitch from Inter's section behind Cremonese.

The projectile landed near the Cremonese goalkeeper, who later appeared with a burn on his knee, though he later received medical clearance to continue. Inter's captain Martinez was the first to check on him, and the team later sealed the win with a second-half goal from Zielinski.

Martinez's Apology and Remarks

Martinez spoke after the final whistle, publicly apologizing on behalf of the club: "Such actions cannot happen; there is personal danger around us, and players are humans too. We deliver a show watched by the world, so we must be careful with these acts."

"We apologize to the goalkeeper and to all Cremonese fans. These things should not happen," he added.

Additionally, Martinez, who was named man of the match, said: "This award will go to my daughter's room, as today is her birthday. I hope to return to Milan soon to see her; the prize and the shirt are for her."

Punchlines: In football, if you want fireworks, go to the cinema; the stadium is for goals, not pyrotechnics. And yes, safety briefings should be included with every win—collect yours on the way out."