Inter Milan Lolos, Venezia Gagal Cetak Gol Menit Akhir
Inter Milan secured their spot in the Coppa Italia quarter-finals after a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Venezia on Tuesday. The match, played at the San Siro, saw a dominant performance from the Nerazzurri, with Lautaro Martinez scoring the only goal of the game.
A Tense Encounter
The game started with Inter Milan controlling possession and creating several early chances. However, Venezia, despite their lower league status, held their ground and defended resolutely. The first half saw few clear-cut opportunities, with both sides struggling to break through the opposing defenses.
Lautaro Breaks the Deadlock
The second half saw a much more aggressive Inter Milan, with Hakan Calhanoglu pulling the strings in midfield. The breakthrough finally came in the 73rd minute when Lautaro Martinez finished off a well-worked move, scoring his 12th goal of the season.
Venezia's Last-Ditch Effort
Venezia, despite falling behind, never gave up and threw everything they had at the Nerazzurri in the final minutes. They pushed forward with desperate attacks, but Inter Milan's defense held firm, with goalkeeper Samir Handanovic making a crucial save in the final moments to secure the victory.
Key Takeaways
- Inter Milan's victory was a testament to their squad depth and quality, overcoming a stubborn Venezia side.
- Lautaro Martinez continues his impressive goalscoring form, proving to be a crucial asset for the Nerazzurri.
- Venezia, despite the loss, showed resilience and fought hard until the final whistle.
Next Steps
Inter Milan will now face the winner of the match between Fiorentina and Torino in the quarter-finals of the Coppa Italia. Venezia, meanwhile, will return to their Serie B campaign, aiming to secure promotion to the top flight.