Lautaro Martinez has insisted the Inter Milan Champions League defeat to Liverpool got here right down to a refereeing mistake, arguing his facet “threw all the pieces away due to an injustice.”
The Nerazzurri captain spoke to after receiving the 2025 Efficiency of the 12 months award, reflecting on current setbacks and outlining his expectations for the remainder of the season.
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“We’re disillusioned, however not offended,” he mentioned when requested about . “When you lose due to a referee’s error, there’s not a lot you are able to do. If each tug was given as a penalty, the sport would by no means be performed.”
Inter Milan Captain Lautaro Displays On Liverpool & PSG Defeats
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 30: Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their staff’s first objective through the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Section MD2 match between FC Internazionale Milano and SK Slavia Praha at Stadio San Siro on September 30, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Picture by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)
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Lautaro additionally addressed final season’s heartbreak within the Champions League ultimate in Munich. “We’ve moved on. Defeats damage, however they assist you develop. Some outcomes haven’t gone our manner, however we’d like time. Cristian Chivu is giving us nice vitality and we really feel we’re bettering day by day.”
On the Scudetto battle, the Inter captain was clear that it’s going to not be restricted to the normal trio. “I embody Roma as nicely, I actually like their coach,” he mentioned, widening the title image to 4 contenders.
Martinez refused to prioritise one trophy over one other, stressing Inter wish to push deep into each competitors. “We wish to go all the best way, like we’ve in recent times. Taking part in two Champions League finals in three seasons shouldn’t be one thing to take as a right.”
He additionally praised younger forwards and Ange-Yoan Bonny. “Pio is severe and humble, let him develop in peace and he’ll turn into a pillar for Inter and Italy. Bonny has power and high quality and helps us quite a bit.”
Lastly, Lautaro reaffirmed his need to remain on the membership for all times. “My household and I really feel nice in Milan. I’ve simply signed a brand new contract, I’ve no purpose to go away.”