Inter Milan emerged victorious in the Coppa Italia Final, defeating Lazio 2-0 at the Stadio Olimpico. The Nerazzurri showcased a commanding performance, securing the domestic double. Here are the player ratings from the match.
Lazio Player Ratings
Lazio Squad: Motta 5.5; Marusic 5 (Lazzari 6, 72′), Gila 5.5, Romagnoli 5.5, Nuno Tavares 4.5; Basic 5 (Pedro N/A, 78′), Patric (Rovella 6.5, 46′), Taylor 5.5; Isaksen 5.5 (Cancellieri 6, 66′), Noslin 5.5, Zaccagni 6 (Dia 6, 72′). Coach: Sarri (suspended) 6.
Lazio’s Standout Player: Rovella 6.5 – Introduced at halftime, the Italian midfielder significantly improved Lazio’s play in the opposition half, though a lack of attacking quality hindered their ability to create genuine scoring chances.
Lazio’s Lowest Rated Player: Nuno Tavares 4.5 – A critical error from the Portuguese left-back in the 35th minute led to Denzel Dumfries dispossessing him and setting up Lautaro Martinez’s goal, effectively sealing the game.
Lazio Coach: Sarri (suspended) 6 – Despite a challenging season, Lazio’s hopes of a trophy and European qualification were extinguished early. Sarri’s side lacked the offensive prowess characteristic of his teams, and he could not inspire more from the players on the pitch.
Inter Milan Player Ratings
Inter Squad: J Martinez 6; Bisseck 6, Akanji 6.5, Bastoni 6 (Carlos Augusto 6, 77′); Dumfries 7 (Luis Henrique 6, 68′), Barella 6.5, Zielinski 6, Sucic 6 (Mkhitaryan 6, 68′), Dimarco 7; Thuram 6.5 (Diouf N/A, 82′), Lautaro Martinez 7 (Bonny N/A, 77′). Coach: Chivu 7.
Inter’s Top Performers: Dumfries, Dimarco, and Lautaro Martinez – All three were instrumental in Inter’s goals. While Dimarco’s pass was indirectly responsible for the own goal that opened the scoring, Dumfries’ tackle on Nuno Tavares led directly to Lautaro Martinez’s goal. Lautaro Martinez demonstrated leadership, quality, and physical strength throughout his time on the pitch.
Inter Coach: Chivu 7 – A successful debut season for Chivu, culminating in two trophies. His stewardship led Inter to a dominant Coppa Italia victory.
English Translation and Paraphrasing:
Coppa Italia Final Player Ratings: Inter Milan 2-0 Lazio – Nerazzurri Secure Domestic Double
Inter Milan asserted dominance in the Coppa Italia Final, defeating Lazio 2-0 at the Stadio Olimpico. The Nerazzurri’s victory cemented their domestic double. Here are the player ratings as observed by our correspondent in Rome.
Lazio Player Performances:
Lazio Lineup: Motta (5.5); Marusic (5, substituted by Lazzari at 72′ with a 6), Gila (5.5), Romagnoli (5.5), Nuno Tavares (4.5); Basic (5, substituted by Pedro at 78′, N/A), Patric (substituted by Rovella at 46′ who scored a 6.5), Taylor (5.5); Isaksen (5.5, substituted by Cancellieri at 66′ with a 6), Noslin (5.5), Zaccagni (6, substituted by Dia at 72′ with a 6). Coach: Sarri (suspended) received a 6.
Lazio’s Most Effective Player: Rovella (6.5) – Despite not being match-fit to start, the Italian midfielder entered the game at halftime for Patric. His inclusion brought an improvement in ball distribution into the opposition’s half. However, the team’s overall lack of offensive quality prevented them from capitalizing on these opportunities.
Lazio’s Least Effective Player: Nuno Tavares (4.5) – A critical mistake by the Portuguese left-back in the 35th minute proved costly, effectively ending the match as a contest. Under pressure from Inter’s Denzel Dumfries near the penalty area, Tavares lost possession, leading to Dumfries assisting Lautaro Martinez’s goal.
Lazio Manager: Sarri (suspended) (6) – Lazio’s aspirations for a trophy and European qualification were short-lived. Inter secured a two-goal lead within the first 35 minutes. While the outcome might have been predictable, Sarri’s side lacked the offensive flair and unpredictability typically associated with his teams. He was unable to inspire a significant turnaround.
Inter Milan Player Performances:
Inter Lineup: J Martinez (6); Bisseck (6), Akanji (6.5), Bastoni (6, substituted by Carlos Augusto at 77′ with a 6); Dumfries (7, substituted by Luis Henrique at 68′ with a 6), Barella (6.5), Zielinski (6), Sucic (6, substituted by Mkhitaryan at 68′ with a 6), Dimarco (7); Thuram (6.5, substituted by Diouf at 82′, N/A), Lautaro Martinez (7, substituted by Bonny at 77′, N/A). Coach: Chivu (7).
Inter’s Top Performers: Dumfries, Dimarco, and Lautaro Martinez (all rated 7) – These players were central to Inter’s goals. Although the first goal was officially an own goal by Marusic, Dimarco’s pass initiated the play. Dumfries, conversely, directly contributed by dispossessing Nuno Tavares to set up Lautaro Martinez. The Argentine forward continued to be a driving force in Inter’s attack until his substitution, showcasing his quality and physical presence, solidifying his role as a leader.
Inter Manager: Chivu (7) – Chivu enjoyed a nearly flawless debut season, capped by two trophies, including this Coppa Italia triumph.
