Key Takeaways
- Inter Milan won the Serie A title after beating Parma 2-0 at San Siro, marking their first Scudetto celebration at home in 37 years.
- Captain Lautaro Martínez stood by his strong summer criticism of teammates, stating he spoke honestly about issues he observed within the squad.
- The club now targets a domestic Double when they face Lazio in the Coppa Italia Final on 13 May at the Stadio Olimpico.
Inter Milan are champions of Italy. The Nerazzurri sealed the Scudetto on Sunday evening with a 2-0 triumph over Parma at San Siro. This marks the first time in 37 years that the club has lifted the league trophy in front of their own fans.
The team required just a single point to confirm the championship mathematically. Instead, they secured all three. Marcus Thuram scored for the fifth consecutive league match. Henrikh Mkhitaryan added the second goal from close range after a neat assist from Lautaro Martínez.
After the match, the Argentine striker reflected on a turbulent summer. Inter had ended the previous season without silverware. This failure hurt the players deeply. Martínez made headlines during the off-season with harsh comments about certain colleagues, specifically naming Hakan Çalhanoğlu. He demanded that only players fully committed to the cause should remain at the club.
“I spoke from the heart,” Martínez told DAZN Italia. “I did not plan those words. I saw problems that bothered me, and I always say what I think.”
The 27-year-old expressed no regrets about his outburst. He believes that honesty helped the squad refocus. The players worked harder on the training ground and during matches to prove their doubters wrong.
This campaign brought significant change to the dugout. Simone Inzaghi departed after four years. Cristian Chivu stepped in as head coach despite having limited Serie A management experience. The Romanian made an immediate impact.
“We needed fresh energy,” Martínez explained. “We had four great years with Inzaghi, but after losing the Champions League Final, we needed a change of scenery. Chivu brought enthusiasm back to training. He made sure everyone felt involved and could work with a smile.”
Inter scored more than 100 goals this season. This achievement is rare in Italian football. Martínez praised the squad’s unity and mental strength. He noted that staying focused in such a balanced league was crucial to their success.
The season is not yet complete. Inter still aim for a domestic Double. They will meet Lazio in the Coppa Italia Final on 13 May at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. Martínez also remains in contention for the Capocannoniere award as the league’s top scorer.
“There is always space for more trophies,” he said. “This is the mentality of Inter. I am very proud to wear this shirt.”