Inter Milan secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Genoa at the San Siro on Saturday night, with captain Lautaro Martinez heading home late to send the reigning Serie A champions back to the top of the table.
After a sluggish first half devoid of clear chances, Inter struggled to break down a well-organized Genoa side.
The visitors, led by Patrick Vieira, grew in confidence and nearly capitalized on defensive lapses, but lacked the finishing touch.
As tensions rose, Inter’s persistence paid off in the 80th minute when Martinez nodded in Hakan Calhanoglu’s corner via a deflection, securing all three points.
Despite a nervy finish, Simone Inzaghi’s side held firm to register their first home Serie A clean sheet of 2025.
With Napoli in action on Sunday, Inter’s win piles the pressure on their title rivals, while Genoa, despite an impressive display, remain mid-table.
