Inter pin hopes on luck and Lautaro ahead of Serie A title decider
INA – BAGHDAD
In a title decider, Simone Inzaghi and his men will be looking at none other than captain Lautaro Martinez to guide them home.
The Argentine striker hasn't had the greatest season by his own high standards but has stepped up on big occasions, including the Champions League semifinal against Barcelona.
Martinez has already scored 12 times in the league this season and Inter fans will hope that number increases when they travel to Como later tonight.
The 27-year-old will be in the squad against Como in this evening's Serie A final day clash.
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