Inter clinches their third consecutive Italian Super Cup victory, leaving Napoli devastated by Lautaro Martinez’s last-minute goal.

Lautaro Martinez, the star striker for FC Internazionale, was the hero of the Italian EA Sports FC Supercup Final match against SSC Napoli. His last-minute goal secured a 1-0 victory for Inter, allowing them to lift the trophy for the third consecutive year. The match took place at the Al-Awwal Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The game seemed destined for a penalty shootout as both teams struggled to find the back of the net. However, Martinez came to the rescue in the 91st minute with a clinical finish after a sustained period of pressure from Inter. It was a well-deserved goal for the Argentinian, who had earlier seen a goal disallowed for offside.

In contrast, Napoli failed to register a single shot on target in the first half. Their task became even more difficult when Giovanni Simeone was sent off in the 60th minute for a foul on Francesco Acerbi, reducing them to 10 men. In response, Napoli adopted a defensive approach, making it challenging for Inter to break them down.

Despite Napoli’s resilience, Inter managed to create a few scoring opportunities. Marcus Thuram squandered a golden chance when he fired wide from an unmarked position at the back post. Goalkeeper Pierluigi Gollini also denied Marko Arnautovic with a crucial save.

As the match seemed destined for a penalty shootout, Martinez had other plans. He capitalized on Benjamin Pavard’s low cross, smashing the ball into the net from the edge of the six-yard box. This goal not only secured the victory for Inter but also allowed Martinez to lift the trophy himself.

With this win, Inter celebrated their eighth Super Cup title, just one shy of Juventus’ record of nine. It was a remarkable achievement for the defending champions, who showcased their dominance in Italian football once again.