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Lautaro Martínez

Lautaro Javier Martínez, an Argentine professional footballer, captains both Inter Milan and the Argentina national team, playing primarily as a striker. Recognized as one of the world's top strikers, he is celebrated for his consistent goal-scoring ability, effective link-up play with teammates, and strategic positioning within the penalty box. He is known simply as Lautaro.

14 hours ago : Lautaro Martínez scores against Bayern, Champions League Semifinals Duel with Harry Kane

Lautaro Martínez scored for Inter against Bayern Munich. The news highlights a potential Champions League Semifinals 'killers' duel between Martínez and Harry Kane, anticipating a high-stakes match.

1970: First Inter Player Since 1970 to Score at Camp Nou

In October 2019, Lautaro Martínez became the first Inter player since Roberto Boninsegna in 1970 to score at Camp Nou.

August 1997: Lautaro Martínez Born

In August 1997, Lautaro Javier Martínez was born. He is known as Lautaro, an Argentine professional footballer.

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2002: Fourth Inter Player to Score in Four Consecutive Champions League Games

In October 2019, Lautaro became the fourth Inter player after Hernán Crespo in 2002 to score in four consecutive Champions League games.

2003: Fourth Inter Player to Score in Four Consecutive Champions League Games

In October 2019, Lautaro became the fourth Inter player after Christian Vieri in 2003 to score in four consecutive Champions League games.

2010: Secured Champions League Final Qualification for the first time since 2010

In May 2023, Lautaro Martínez helped to secured Inter's qualification to the Champions League Final for the first time since 2010.

2010: Fourth Inter Player to Score in Four Consecutive Champions League Games

In October 2019, Lautaro became the fourth Inter player after Samuel Eto'o in 2010 to score in four consecutive Champions League games.

2011: First League Double Over Milan Since 2011-12

Lautaro assisted and scored in the Derby della Madonnina against Milan, helping Inter achieve their first league double over Milan since the 2011-12 season

2013: Scored 13 Goals in U-17 League

In 2013, Lautaro Martínez scored 13 goals in the U-17 league for Liniers and also scored in the final of the National Cup.

2013: Fifth Argentinian player to score in four consecutive Champions League games

In October 2019, Lautaro became the fifth Argentinian player after Ezequiel Lavezzi in 2013 to score in four consecutive Champions League games.

January 2014: Signed by Racing Club

In January 2014, Lautaro Martínez was signed by Racing Club interim coach Fabio Radaelli.

November 2015: League Debut for Racing Club

In November 2015, Lautaro Martínez made his league debut for Racing Club as a substitute against Crucero del Norte.

2015: Career Began with Racing Club

In 2015, Lautaro Martínez began his professional career with Racing Club in Argentina.

April 2016: First Red Card

In April 2016, Lautaro Martínez received his first red card after getting two yellow cards in a match against Argentinos.

2016: Assumed Senior Role at Racing Club

In 2016, Lautaro Martínez took on a more senior role for Racing Club, scoring 9 goals in 23 league appearances after an injury to Lisandro López.

2016: Relationship with Agustina Gandolfo began

In 2016, Martínez started a relationship with Agustina Gandolfo, an Argentine entrepreneur and fitness trainer.

December 2017: Underwent Medical with Atlético Madrid

In December 2017, Lautaro Martínez underwent a medical with La Liga side Atlético Madrid, but later signed a renewed contract with Racing Club.

2017: Played in South American U-20 Championship and FIFA U-20 World Cup

In 2017, Lautaro Martínez represented Argentina at the South American U-20 Championship and the FIFA U-20 World Cup.

2017: Joint-Top Scorer at South American U-20 Championship

In 2017, Lautaro Martínez was the joint-top scorer with five goals at the South American U-20 Championship, helping Argentina qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup.

March 2018: Received First Call-Up for Senior Team

In March 2018, Lautaro Martínez received his first call-up for the Argentina senior team for friendly matches against Italy and Spain, debuting against the latter.

May 2018: Named in Preliminary Squad for World Cup

In May 2018, Lautaro Martínez was named in Argentina's preliminary squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, but was later omitted from the final selection.

July 2018: Officially Joined Inter Milan

On 4 July 2018, Lautaro Martínez officially joined Inter Milan for a reported fee of €22.7 million and signed a five-year contract with the club.

December 2018: Potential Loan to Racing Club

In December 2018, there were discussions about Lautaro Martínez being loaned back to Racing Club to continue participating in the Copa Libertadores campaign.

2018: Began Starting Regularly for Inter

Following his goal in the Europa League in February 2019, Lautaro Martínez began to start regularly for Inter Milan in 2018.

2018: Joined Inter Milan

In 2018, Lautaro Martínez joined Inter Milan.

2018: Made Senior Debut for Argentina

In 2018, Lautaro Martínez made his senior debut for the Argentina national team.

February 2019: Scored First European Goal for Inter

In February 2019, Lautaro Martínez scored his first European goal for Inter Milan, a penalty against Rapid Wien in the Europa League.

May 2019: Included in Argentina Squad for Copa América

In May 2019, Lautaro Martínez was included in Argentina's squad for the 2019 Copa América.

September 2019: Scored First International Hat-Trick

On 10 September 2019, Lautaro Martínez scored his first international hat-trick in a friendly match against Mexico, which Argentina won 4–0.

October 2019: Scored First Champions League Goal

In October 2019, Lautaro Martínez scored his first goal in the UEFA Champions League in a match against Barcelona. He became the first Inter player since 1970 to score at Camp Nou.

2019: Played at Copa América

In 2019, Lautaro Martínez played at the Copa América, helping Argentina finish in third place.

August 2020: Scored Twice Against Shakhtar Donetsk

In August 2020, Lautaro Martínez scored twice in a 5–0 win against Shakhtar Donetsk to reach the 2020 UEFA Europa League Final.

2020: Reached UEFA Europa League Final

In 2020, Lautaro Martínez reached the final of the UEFA Europa League with Inter Milan.

2020: Recognition as a Promising Player

In 2020, Spencer Rance of 90min.com recognized Martínez as one of the most promising young players, while Mauricio Pochettino considered him among the best strikers of his generation. Also in 2020, Hernán Crespo likened Martínez to Sergio Agüero.

February 2021: Birth of first daughter

On February 1, 2021, Martínez and Agustina Gandolfo welcomed their first daughter.

June 2021: Scored in Copa América Group Match

On 28 June 2021, Lautaro Martínez scored Argentina's final goal in a 4–1 win over Bolivia in the nation's final group match of the 2021 Copa América.

2021: Won Copa América

In 2021, Lautaro Martínez won the Copa América with Argentina.

March 2022: Scored Against Liverpool

In March 2022, Lautaro Martínez scored against Liverpool in a 1–0 victory at Anfield, marking Inter's first Champions League knockout goal in 3,600 days.

June 2022: Scored in 2022 Finalissima

On 1 June 2022, Lautaro Martínez scored the opening goal and provided an assist in a 3–0 win over Italy in the 2022 Finalissima.

December 2022: Won the FIFA World Cup

In December 2022, Lautaro Martínez won the FIFA World Cup with Argentina, scoring the winning penalty in the quarter-final shoot-out victory against the Netherlands.

2022: Won FIFA World Cup

In 2022, Lautaro Martínez was part of the Argentina team that won the FIFA World Cup.

May 2023: Secured Champions League Final Qualification and Won Coppa Italia

In May 2023, Lautaro Martínez scored the winning goal against Milan to secure Inter's qualification to the Champions League Final for the first time since 2010. He also scored twice in a victory over Fiorentina to win his second consecutive Coppa Italia.

May 2023: Marriage to Agustina Gandolfo

On May 27, 2023, Lautaro Martínez married Agustina Gandolfo in Villa d'Este (Cernobbio) on Lake Como, Italy.

August 2023: Birth of son

On August 7, 2023, Lautaro Martínez and Agustina Gandolfo's son was born.

September 2023: First Serie A Player to Score 4 Goals as a Substitute

On 30 September 2023, Lautaro Martínez became the first player in Serie A history to score 4 goals as a substitute in Inter's 4–0 win against Salernitana.

2023: Reached UEFA Champions League Final

In 2023, Lautaro Martínez reached the final of the UEFA Champions League with Inter Milan.

2023: Started Season as First Choice Striker

Lautaro Martínez began the 2023–24 season, his sixth with the club, as the first choice striker. He scored both goals in the opening match against Monza.

February 2024: Reached 100 Serie A Goals

On 25 February 2024, Lautaro Martínez scored his 100th Serie A goal and surpassed his personal record for most league goals in a season.

2024: Top Goalscorer at Copa América

At the 2024 Copa América, Martínez was awarded the Golden Boot as the competition's top goalscorer with 5 goals.

2024: Won Copa América

In 2024, Lautaro Martínez won the Copa América and was the top scorer with five goals.

January 2025: Netted First Champions League Hat-Trick

On 29 January 2025, Lautaro Martinez achieved his first Champions League hat-trick in a 3-0 victory over Monaco, with the first goal being a penalty.