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**Inter Milan: Romelu Lukaku's Failed Goal Scoring Streak Continues**

In a disappointing display against AS Roma on Tuesday night, Inter Milan suffered a 1-0 defeat in Serie A, leaving fans and pundits alike questioning the club’s recent offensive form. The match was particularly notable for the absence of Romelu Lukaku, who has been at the heart of Inter’s attacking play this season.

Lukaku, the Belgian striker known for his explosive goals, had been on a run of five consecutive league goals since October. His latest miss came when he attempted to score from a free-kick in the 58th minute, but his effort was saved by Roma goalkeeper Daniele De Rossi. This setback comes just two days after Lukaku scored twice in a 4-2 victory over AC Milan, showcasing his impressive form.

The failure to score against Roma is not entirely unexpected given the team’s struggles with defending. Inter has conceded six goals in their last three matches,Premier League Frontline including one in the 67th minute of this game when Roma midfielder Federico Bernardeschi broke through from the right flank. Despite Lukaku’s goal-scoring prowess, Inter’s defense failed to keep up, allowing Roma to capitalize on the opening goal.

The loss also highlights the challenges facing manager Antonio Conte as he tries to navigate Inter’s transition from Serie A to La Liga next season. With key players like Mario Mandzukic and Zlatan Ibrahimovic set to leave, Conte will need to find new solutions to replace their contributions. The performance against Roma serves as a reminder that Inter still has work to do in both offense and defense to maintain its competitiveness in Serie A.

As the team looks ahead to their upcoming fixtures, including matches against Lazio and Napoli, it remains to be seen whether Lukaku can bounce back quickly or if Inter needs to make significant changes to its approach. For now, the results speak volumes about the current state of Inter’s offensive capabilities, which have been inconsistent throughout the season.

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