Lautaro Martínez’s impressive performance helped Inter Milan secure a 2-2 draw against AS Roma in a thrilling Serie A clash at the Stadio Olimpico. The match featured two teams that had started the season with perfect records, making the stakes even higher.
Roma took an early lead with a double from Manu Koné, who scored twice before halftime. His first goal came just six minutes into the match, capitalizing on a knockdown from Nahuel Molina. Koné added a second goal in the 37th minute, initially ruled offside but later confirmed by the video assistant referee (VAR), marking his sixth Serie A goal.
Inter, however, showed resilience, with Martínez halving the deficit less than a minute after the second half began. He found the net with a scuffed finish from a pull-back by Marcus Thuram, placing the ball into the side-netting.
As the match approached its final moments, a goalmouth scramble ensued, leading to a crucial moment for Martínez. After a sharp save from Roma’s goalkeeper Mile Svilar, Martínez managed to control the ball with his thigh and fired it past Svilar to secure a point for the champions.
Tribute to Sandro Mazzola
Prior to the match, both teams paid tribute to former Inter and Italy playmaker Sandro Mazzola, who passed away earlier in the day at the age of 83. The Nerazzurri wore black armbands in his honor.
League Standings
With this draw, both Inter and Roma remain on 13 points, alongside Lazio, who defeated bottom-placed Venezia 2-0 earlier in the day. Lazio’s victory came courtesy of a penalty from Mattia Zaccagni and a goal from Tijjani Noslin, marking their fourth win in five matches.
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