Lautaro Martinez still at risk of ban as FIGC continues blasphemy investigation | OneFootball

Inter captain Lautaro Martinez could still face a ban for his outburst following his side’s 1-0 defeat to Juventus if FIGC prosecutors uncover audio evidence confirming the use of blasphemous language.

The Nerazzurri striker was seen shouting angrily on the pitch after the final whistle, with some outlets suggesting a blasphemous expression could be lip-read from the footage.

MILAN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 10: Lautaro Martinez of Internazionale celebrates his team’s 1st goal, an own goal by Marin Pongracic of Fiorentina, during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Fiorentina at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on February 10, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

FIGC Prosecutors still seeking evidence of Lautaro Martinez’s blasphemy

However, due to the lack of audio proof, it has been impossible to determine whether the 27-year-old was actually swearing. Nevertheless, the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) is reportedly still investigating, working to gather any missing evidence.

According to Il Messaggero, Martinez remains under scrutiny as the FIGC Prosecutor’s Office actively seeks audio recordings that could substantiate the blasphemy allegations.

epa11916936 Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martinez celebrates after scoring the 1-0 goal during the Italian Seria A soccer match between Inter Milan and Genoa, in Milan, Italy, 22 February 2025. EPA-EFE/DANIEL DAL ZENNARO

Should any evidence emerge, the Nerazzurri skipper could face a one-match ban. However, the report suggests a final verdict is unlikely to arrive before Inter’s crucial clash against Napoli at the Stadio Diego Maradona.

Martinez has firmly denied using a blasphemous phrase, calling the speculation surrounding him ‘hurtful’.