Nerazzurri Captain Enters Inter Milan History With New Milestone Against Favourite Opposition | OneFootball

Inter captain Lautaro Martinez wrote another page in the club’s history during Saturday’s 2-0 win away to Cagliari.

The Argentine striker struck early to put his team in front, netting his 12th goal in 12 career appearances against the Sardinian side.

It was not just another decisive moment from the Nerazzurri’s captain.

Lautaro’s strike was also his 117th in Serie A for Inter, moving him into the top five scorers in the club’s league history.

In doing so, he surpassed Sandro Mazzola and closed the gap on legends such as Alessandro Altobelli, István Nyers, Benito Lorenzi and Giuseppe Meazza.

Lautaro Martinez Chasing Club Legends’ Records At Inter After Goal Vs Cagliari

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 21: Lautaro Martinez #10 of FC Internazionale Milano celebrates after scoring his team’s first goal during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Red Diamonds at Lumen Field on June 21, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

The Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, highlighted the significance of the milestone, noting that Lautaro is now just 11 goals behind Altobelli’s tally of 128.

Above him are Nyers on 133, Lorenzi on 138, and Meazza’s record of 197.

With his contract running until 2029 and his role as the focal point of Inter’s attack secure, the Nerazzurri captain has time on his side to climb further.

His performances against Cagliari, in particular, underline his ability to deliver in big moments and sustain his remarkable scoring rate.