Inter Milan squeaked past Atalanta in their last Serie A outing, further solidifying their defensive record this season.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, Sunday’s 1-0 triumph in Bergamo marked Inter’s eighth clean sheet in 2025/26.

Lautaro Martinez scored a crucial second-half winner at New Balance Arena, inspiring Inter to their fourth consecutive league victory.

More importantly, Cristian Chivu’s high-flying side registered their third shutout in four games since losing to AC Milan.

Inter Milan Boasting Second-Best Defensive Record in Serie A

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 20: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano attends a press conference ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Red Diamonds at Lumen Field on June 20, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Only five Serie A teams have conceded fewer goals than Inter’s 14 this term.

Furthermore, Chivu’s men boast an eye-catching eight clean sheets from 16 league matches.

Therefore, only Lazio (9) have shut their opponents out more often than the Nerazzurri.

However, Lazio’s newfound defensive solidity has taken a toll on their attack, with the Biancocelesti netting just 18 goals in 17 games.

On the other hand, El Toro and his teammates have bagged a league-high 35 goals despite playing a game fewer.

Indeed, last season’s Serie A runners-up are the only team in the division to have smashed a 30-goal barrier so far.