Inter joy for Lautaro Martinez, but Dumfries jokes captain was ‘angry with me’

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Inter joy for Lautaro Martinez, but Dumfries jokes captain was ‘angry with me’

Inter joy for Lautaro Martinez, but Dumfries jokes captain was ‘angry with me’

Lautaro Martinez insists ‘it wasn’t easy’ for Inter to win the Double of Serie A and Coppa Italia after last season, while Denzel Dumfries jokes his captain was ‘angry with me.’ROME, ITALY �...

Inter joy for Lautaro Martinez, but Dumfries jokes captain was ‘angry with me’

Lautaro Martinez insists ‘it wasn’t easy’ for Inter to win the Double of Serie A and Coppa Italia after last season, while Denzel Dumfries jokes his captain was ‘angry with me.’ROME, ITALY �...

Inter Milan's triumphant Double-winning season has been capped with joy and a touch of locker-room humor, as captain Lautaro Martinez reflected on the difficulty of their achievement and teammate Denzel Dumfries joked about his captain's fiery temper on the pitch.

It was a night to remember at the Stadio Olimpico, where Inter secured the Coppa Italia with a 2-0 victory over Lazio. The match was effectively decided in the first half, when Lazio defender Adam Marusic inadvertently headed a Federico Dimarco corner into his own net. The dagger came soon after, as Denzel Dumfries robbed Nuno Tavares and set up Lautaro Martinez for a simple tap-in—a moment that sparked the Dutchman's playful jab at his captain.

"He was angry with me," Dumfries joked after the match, referring to Martinez's reaction during the play. "But as long as the ball goes in, that's all that matters."

For Inter, this Coppa Italia triumph—their 10th in club history—holds special significance. Not only does it complete a historic Serie A and Coppa Italia Double, but it marks the first time the Nerazzurri have achieved this feat since Jose Mourinho's legendary Treble-winning campaign in 2010, which also included the Champions League.

"It means a lot, because it was not easy after what happened last season," Martinez told Sport Mediaset, reflecting on a campaign that saw Inter end the previous year empty-handed and heartbroken after the Champions League Final defeat, which led to Simone Inzaghi's departure. "To get back on track and manage a truly remarkable season—we showed good results, performances, and intensity. I am proud that we are finishing with another trophy that means so much."

The Argentine captain, who has been the heartbeat of this Inter side, emphasized the importance of staying focused amid the noise. "There is always so much talk about Inter, but you have to look at what we've achieved over so many years. We have to keep sticking to our path. This is another trophy."

For fans and players alike, this Double represents redemption and resilience. From the depths of last season's disappointment to the heights of domestic dominance, Inter have proven that the path to glory is never easy—but it's always worth the journey.

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