Inter Milan have completed a stunning domestic double, clinching the Italian Cup on Wednesday night with a commanding 2-0 victory over Lazio at the Stadio Olimpico. The win adds to their 21st Serie A title, cementing a season of dominance for the Nerazzurri.
Goals in the first half—an own goal from Adam Marusic and a clinical tap-in from Lautaro Martinez—were enough to secure Inter's 10th Coppa Italia triumph. The result mirrored their 3-0 demolition of Lazio on the same ground just days earlier, showcasing Inter's relentless form.
"We deserved the trophies after a good season," said Inter coach Cristian Chivu. "Winning the league and cup is never something you can take for granted. We're very happy." For the players and fans, this double represents the pinnacle of a campaign built on grit and quality.
For Lazio, the night was a bitter reminder of a difficult season. The match unfolded with familiar struggles: Marusic's unfortunate deflection from Federico Dimarco's corner in the 14th minute set the tone. Then, in the 35th minute, Nuno Tavares hesitated near his own box, allowing Denzel Dumfries to steal the ball and set up Martinez for his 22nd goal of the season—a remarkable tally given the Argentine's injury-hit campaign.
The second half settled into a controlled, torpid pace as Inter comfortably held Lazio at bay. The Biancocelesti's hardcore fans, who have boycotted home matches in protest against owner Claudio Lotito, returned for the final but could only watch as their team struggled to lay a glove on the champions. Chants of "Lotito piece of shit" echoed toward the final whistle, underscoring the deep frustration.
"I'm disappointed for the boys, because morale is low at the moment, and for the fans who came back tonight," said Lazio coach Maurizio Sarri. "Tonight we just came up against a better team than us." With the Rome derby looming, Lazio face an uphill battle to salvage their season, while Inter celebrate a double that cements their status as Italy's top team.
