Inter Milan have clinched their 21st Serie A title in style, sealing the Scudetto with a commanding 2-0 victory over Parma on Sunday. The win put an end to Napoli's title defence and left three matches still to play, a testament to the Nerazzurri's dominance this season. Under the guidance of coach Cristian Chivu, Inter turned what started as a tricky campaign into a triumphant procession.
At the heart of Inter's success is their captain and talisman, Lautaro Martinez. Despite battling a series of niggling injuries, the Argentine striker has been a relentless force, leading the league with 16 goals. Averaging roughly a goal every two games, Martinez has carried his form from Serie A into the Champions League, though Inter's European journey ended abruptly in a play-off exit to Bodo/Glimt. The 28-year-old has evolved from a star goalscorer into a club legend, overtaking San Siro icons Sandro Mazzola and Roberto Boninsegna to become Inter's third-highest goalscorer of all time with 173 strikes. While Giuseppe Meazza's all-time record of 284 remains a distant target, Martinez has now matched his legendary predecessor with three Serie A titles at the club.
On the left flank, Federico Dimarco has been a revelation, showcasing attacking flair that has made him one of the most exciting wing-backs in Europe. While questions linger about his defensive capabilities against elite competition, his offensive output has been undeniable. The 28-year-old has scored six league goals—his best single-season tally—and provided a Serie A record 17 assists from wing-back. No defender in the league had ever reached a combined goal and assist total of 20 since the statistic was first tracked in the 2004/05 season, making Dimarco's 23 contributions a historic achievement.
In midfield, Hakan Calhanoglu has been the creative engine, pulling the strings whenever fit. The Turkey captain has battled his own share of minor injuries but still managed nine goals and four assists in just 22 appearances, underscoring his immense value to the squad. At 32, Calhanoglu's contract expires at the end of next season, and Inter are keen to extend his stay. Despite persistent interest from Galatasaray since last summer, the Nerazzurri view him as a cornerstone of their plans for the future, a key piece in what promises to be an exciting era at the San Siro.