In the aftermath of Inter Milan’s stunning defeat to AC Milan in the Supercoppa Italiana final, star striker Lautaro Martinez candidly shared his reflections on the match and the overall performance of his team. In an interview with Mediaset, he openly acknowledged the difficulties faced by Inter after initially taking a commanding 2-0 lead. “After going up 2-0, we didn’t maintain the same intensity. Credit to Milan for believing in themselves,” he expressed, highlighting the importance of mental resilience in high-stakes matches.

Martinez pointed out the bright spots from the first half of the match but was equally aware of the critical missed opportunities that arose in the second half. “We had several chances after going up 2-0, with players like Mkhitaryan, Frattesi, and even myself missing key opportunities. Unfortunately, we weren’t able to manage those pivotal moments effectively, which ultimately led to our loss. I’m not sure if we truly deserved to lose, but Milan’s unwavering belief in their abilities must be recognized,” he reflected, emphasizing the significance of capitalizing on scoring chances.

When probed about the factors contributing to Inter’s downfall, Martinez struggled to identify a singular cause. “It’s hard to explain. Certainly, attention to detail was a factor; we were aware that counter-attacks are Milan’s strongest weapon. Our defensive organization was lacking, and we squandered several opportunities to secure the game, which proved costly in the end,” he stated, illustrating the complexities of maintaining focus and execution in crucial moments.

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