Inter Milan Crush Lazio 6-0 in Dominant Serie A Display
Defending champions Inter Milan delivered a jaw-dropping performance on Monday, dismantling Lazio with a commanding 6-0 victory in Serie A. The Nerazzurri showcased their firepower with a flurry of goals on either side of halftime, leaving fans and pundits alike in awe of their clinical display.
The match began with Lazio looking like the better side in the opening 30 minutes. They pressed high, controlled possession, and even had a moment of celebration when Inter defender Stefan de Vrij thought he had scored after a rebound. However, the goal was ruled out for offside, and that moment seemed to shift the momentum entirely in Inter’s favor.
First-Half Fireworks
Inter’s breakthrough came in the 41st minute after a lengthy VAR review. Lazio defender Samuel Gigot was deemed to have handled the ball in the box, gifting Inter a penalty. Midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu stepped up and coolly converted from the spot to give the visitors a 1-0 lead.
Just minutes later, Inter doubled their advantage. Federico Dimarco unleashed a stunning volley that found the back of the net, leaving Lazio stunned as they headed into the break trailing 2-0.
Second-Half Domination
If Lazio had any hopes of mounting a comeback, they were quickly dashed in the second half. Inter came out firing, and it took just six minutes for Nicolo Barella to make it 3-0 with a powerful shot that sailed just under the crossbar. Lazio goalkeeper Ivan Provedel had no chance of stopping it.
Two minutes later, Inter struck again. This time, it was Denzel Dumfries who rose above the Lazio defense to head home a pinpoint cross from Alessandro Bastoni. The scoreline now read 4-0, and Inter showed no signs of slowing down.
Substitute Carlos Augusto added his name to the scoresheet in the 77th minute, tapping in from close range to make it 5-0. Then, in the 90th minute, Marcus Thuram put the finishing touches on the rout with a dazzling solo effort, dribbling past two defenders before slotting the ball home for Inter’s sixth goal.
Key Takeaways
- Inter Milan now have 47 away goals in Serie A in 2024, setting a new club record for away goals in a calendar year in the top flight.
- Inter remain third in the standings with 34 points from 15 matches, trailing leaders Atalanta by three points with a game in hand.
- Lazio, despite their strong start to the season and their position atop the Europa League table, are fifth in Serie A with 31 points from 16 matches.
What’s Next?
Inter’s emphatic win comes just days after a disappointing 1-0 loss to Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League. This victory will undoubtedly boost their confidence as they continue to chase Atalanta at the top of the Serie A standings.
For Lazio, this defeat will be a tough pill to swallow. They started the match brightly but were completely overwhelmed once Inter found their rhythm. Manager Maurizio Sarri will need to rally his squad quickly as they look to maintain their position in the top five.
Inter Milan’s performance on Monday was a statement of intent. With their attacking firepower firing on all cylinders, they’ve reminded everyone why they are the defending champions. The race for the Serie A title is heating up, and if Inter can maintain this level of play, they’ll be a force to be reckoned with in the second half of the season.
Originally Written by: Reuters
