Lautaro Martinez – Football Flame

Lautaro Martinez Open to Finishing His Career at Inter

6Mar

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SERIE A

Lautaro Martinez Open to Finishing His Career at Inter

Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale looks on during the serie Serie A Enilive match between SSC Napoli and FC Internazionale at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on March 01, 2025 in Naples, Italy. Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez powered Inter to a two-nothing win away against Feyenoord, hitting the net together in the same game for the first time in months. The Argentine became the top Champions League scorer in the history of the club solo. He talked about it and more to Prime Video and Sky after the match (via SOSFanta). “I’m proud of this achievement. I couldn’t have imagined it when I came here. I sweated and worked a lot for it. Who knows me is aware of what I went through during my time here. It all comes from sacrifice. I must forge ahead because it doesn’t end here, and I want...

Inter target Castro as Martinez’s successor

6Dec

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Inter target Castro as Martinez’s successor

BOLOGNA, ITALY - DECEMBER 03: Santiago Castro of Bologna celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the Coppa Italia match between Bologna FC and AC Monza at Renato Dall'Ara Stadium on December 03, 2024 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) Inter Milan is exploring new options for its attacking lineup as the club prepares for potential changes ahead of the next season. With Joaquin Correa and Marko Arnautovic both set to leave by June 30, 2025, the management is keen on refreshing the squad. One name that has emerged as a top target is Santiago Castro, the promising striker currently making waves at Bologna. Calciomercato report that Piero Ausilio, Inter’s sporting director, has reportedly identified Castro as a key target, viewing him as the ...

Superb Martinez strike gives Argentina 1-0 home win over Peru

20Nov

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Superb Martinez strike gives Argentina 1-0 home win over Peru

Lautaro Martinez of Argentina battles for possession with Carlos Zambrano of Peru during the South American FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match between Argentina and Peru at Estadio Alberto J. Armando on November 19, 2024 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Argentina striker Lautaro Martinez scored in the second half to secure a 1-0 home win against Peru in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday. Martinez scored 10 minutes after the break, capitalising on a fine cross from Lionel Messi to fire home a half-volley into the top-right corner. The Inter Milan striker’s 32nd international goal moved him level with Diego Maradona in fifth spot in the country’s all-time scoring charts. The World Cup holders lead the CONMEBOL standings with 25 points, five clear of Uruguay who play ...

Lautaro Martinez eyes UCL glory after Balloon d’or snub

1Nov

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Lautaro Martinez eyes UCL glory after Balloon d’or snub

Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale greets his supporters at the end of the Serie A Enilive match between Empoli FC and FC Internazionale at Stadio Carlo Castellani on October 30, 2024 in Empoli, Italy. Lautaro Martinez has set his sights on some glitzy team objectives after finishing lower than expected in the Balloon d’Or voting despite a terrific season with Inter and Argentina in 2023/2024. He gave an interview to Icon Magazine. He was publicly endorsed by Lionel Messi for the prestigious award. “It’s an honor for me that the greatest player of all time thinks that. I was happy to be a candidate. I think it’s recognition for a great campaign with the national team, with which we won the Coppa America, and the club, as we took home the 20th Scudetto and the Supercoppa. And personal...

Lautaro Martinez nets stunner in Inter Milan’s 1-0 win over Roma

21Oct

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Lautaro Martinez nets stunner in Inter Milan’s 1-0 win over Roma

Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale celebrates with teammate Henrikh Mkhitaryan after scoring goal 0-1 during the Serie A match between AS Roma and FC Internazionale at Stadio Olimpico on October 20, 2024 in Rome, Italy. Inter Milan secured a 1-0 victory at Roma on Sunday, courtesy of a brilliant second-half goal from Lautaro Martinez in a tightly contested Serie A match. Martinez made the breakthrough on the hour mark, controlling the ball on the edge of the area before firing it high into the net. Inter are now second in the table with 17 points, two behind leaders Napoli, while Roma are 10th with 10 points. There were numerous chances for both sides to break the deadlock in the first half, but Roma keeper Mile Svilar and his Inter counterpart Yann Sommer made several impressive saves...

Martinez double at Udinese fires Inter level with Serie A leaders

28Sep

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SERIE A

Martinez double at Udinese fires Inter level with Serie A leaders

Lautaro Martinez struck his first goals of the season for Inter Milan with a brace in Saturday's 3-2 win at Udinese which moved the champions level with Torino and local rivals AC Milan at the top of Serie A. Davide Frattesi's deft finish after just 43 seconds was followed by Argentina forward Martinez's strikes moments before and after half-time. The win in Udine saw Inter bounce back from Milan derby defeat last weekend and move up to 11 points after six matches. Torino, who host Lazio on Sunday, currently hold top spot by virtue of second-placed Milan and Inter having played a game more. "After the derby we kept quiet and worked hard and I think you saw that on the pitch," said Martinez to DAZN. Martinez's brace will be great news for coach Simone Inzaghi whose team host Red Star Belgra...

Inter Milan Captain Pushing To Be Fit For Serie A Clash Vs Atalanta

28Aug

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Inter Milan Captain Pushing To Be Fit For Serie A Clash Vs Atalanta

Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez is pushing to be fit for Friday evening’s Serie A match against Atalanta.This according to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInterNews. They report that the 27-year-old hopes to at least be fit for the bench. Inter captain Martinez was not in the squad for last weekend’s match against Lecce.The Argentine was absent due to a muscle problem. Martinez had picked up the issue in training following his start in Inter’s season opener away to Genoa.The Nerazzurri captain had made a late return to training. He had in fact been the last player in the Inter squad to join up with the preseason training camp.This was the result of Martinez having won the Copa America with Argentine. Reaching all the way to the final with the Albiceleste meant tha...

Lautaro Martinez doubtful for Inter’s clash with Lecce

24Aug

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Lautaro Martinez doubtful for Inter’s clash with Lecce

Inter Milan and manager Simone Inzaghi have received concerning news ahead of their second Serie A match against Lecce. Team captain Lautaro Martinez is experiencing muscle fatigue and is now doubtful for the upcoming fixture. The Argentine striker has reported fatigue in his adductor muscles, putting his participation in the Lecce match in question. Inzaghi will make a final assessment of Martinez’s condition on Saturday. However, it seems unlikely that the club will risk their star forward for this early-season encounter. This setback comes at an inopportune time for Inter, as they look to build momentum following their season opener. Martinez’s absence, if confirmed, would be a significant blow to the team’s attacking prowess. The coaching staff will now have to consider alternat...