Overview
- Inter sealed the season’s domestic double by defeating Lazio in the Coppa Italia final in Rome, securing the club’s 10th cup and its first league-and-cup sweep in 16 years.
- Cristian Chivu said winning two trophies was deserved and not simple, and he noted that expectations will be higher next season for his squad.
- Chief executive Giuseppe Marotta credited the team, staff, and ownership for the run and said Inter will avoid a clear-out in favor of adding young players step by step, acknowledging the Champions League as a lingering regret.
- Italian media report that talks over Chivu’s contract are expected in about two weeks, with speculation of a raise from roughly €2 million to €4–5 million.
- Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri condemned league scheduling, citing Sunday 12:30 kickoffs and the tens of millions at stake for several clubs, and said he would refuse to present his team under such conditions.