AFCON 2025
Inter Milan secured their spot in the Coppa Italia semifinals with a decisive 2-0 victory over Lazio at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza. This win not only propels Inter into the next round but also sets up a highly anticipated Milan derby against AC Milan in the semifinals.
The match began with Lazio showing early promise, pressing high and creating a few half-chances. However, Inter gradually found their rhythm, and in the 39th minute, Marko Arnautović broke the deadlock with a spectacular one-time volley from 30 yards past Lazio keeper, Christos Mandas.
In the second half, Lazio struggled to regain control, and their efforts to equalize were thwarted by a well-organized Inter defense.
The turning point came in the 75th minute when Inter was awarded a penalty. Hakan Çalhanoğlu stepped up and calmly converted, doubling Inter’s lead and effectively sealing the match.
Looking ead, the upcoming Milan derby in the semifinals promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams eager to assert their dominance in the city and secure a place in the Coppa Italia final.
