Martinez inspires Inter to 3-0 win over Lazio ahead of Cup final

Serie A champions continue strong form

With Inter already crowned Serie A champions and Lazio sitting eighth without European qualification hopes, the match served as a preview for Wednesday’s Coppa Italia final at the Stadio Olimpico.

Martinez opens the scoring early

Returning to the starting line-up after injury, Martínez continued his scoring form by opening the deadlock in the sixth minute, volleying home after a flick-on from Marcus Thuram for his 17th league goal of the season.

Inter extend lead before half-time

Inter doubled their advantage just before the break when Martínez linked up with Andy Diouf and set up Petar Sucic, who curled a precise finish into the top corner from the edge of the box.

Lazio reduced to 10 men

Lazio’s challenge worsened just before the hour mark when Alessio Romagnoli was sent off for a dangerous tackle on Ange-Yoan Bonny, leaving the home side a man down.

Mkhitaryan seals the win

Inter completed the rout in the 75th minute, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan finishing off a flowing team move to seal a dominant performance.