Inter Milan claimed their first domestic double in 16 years with a commanding 2-0 victory over Lazio in the Coppa Italia final at the Stadio Olimpico. The Nerazzurri dominated the opening 45 minutes, with an own goal from Adam Marusic and a clinical finish from captain Lautaro Martinez securing the trophy and completing a remarkable season under head coach Cristian Chivu.
The match was settled early when Federico Dimarco's corner found Marusic, whose unfortunate header looped past his own goalkeeper. Martinez then doubled Inter's advantage following aggressive pressing from Denzel Dumfries, who collected the assist. The victory marks Inter's 10th Coppa Italia title, positioning them as only the second club in Italian football history to reach double figures in this competition, alongside Juventus.
Chivu's Transformation and Squad Resilience
Martinez praised Chivu's impact on the squad's turnaround, telling Sport Mediaset: "It was not easy after what happened last season, but we managed a truly remarkable season. We'd give Chivu a 10 out of 10, because he helped us so much." The 31-year-old captain reflected on the team's consistency, highlighting their intensity and performances throughout the campaign as evidence of a squad determined to reclaim silverware after previous disappointments.
Dumfries emerged as the match's standout performer, earning MVP honors from Lega Serie A despite missing significant time with a serious ankle injury earlier in the season. The Dutch defender's crucial assist capped his remarkable comeback, with the Inter fullback joking about his relationship with Martinez: "I'm glad I assisted Lauti, who was angry with me for not giving him as many assists this season."
Historic Achievement and Championship Legacy
This domestic double represents the third in Inter's history, matching the legendary achievements of 2006 and 2010. Martinez's goal also saw him equal Hernan Crespo and Julio Cruz for the most goals scored in Coppa Italia finals for the club, cementing his legacy at San Siro. With both the Scudetto and Coppa Italia secured, Inter's focus now turns to strengthening their squad for a sustained Champions League challenge in the coming season.
