The Serie A clash between Inter Milan and AC Milan, known as the Derby della Madonnina, is set to take place at San Siro. Scheduled for April 22, 2024, the match will kick off at 19:45 GMT. Both teams are vying for a top position in the league standings as they navigate through injury concerns and tactical adjustments.
Official Line-Ups for Inter vs. AC Milan
Inter Milan Line-Up
- Goalkeeper: Sommer
- Defenders: Akanji, Acerbi, Bastoni
- Midfield: Carlos Augusto, Barella, Calhanoglu, Sucic, Dimarco
- Forwards: Thuram, Lautaro Martinez
AC Milan Line-Up
- Goalkeeper: Maignan
- Defenders: Tomori, Gabbia, Pavlovic
- Midfield: Saelemaekers, Fofana, Modric, Rabiot, Bartesaghi
- Forwards: Pulisic, Leao
Key Facts and Player Updates
Marcus Thuram returns to the starting lineup for the first time since September 30. He will play alongside Lautaro Martinez in the attack. Meanwhile, Adrian Rabiot makes his comeback after an absence since October 5. He pairs with Luka Modric in midfield, providing critical experience.
AC Milan also welcomes Christian Pulisic and Fikayo Tomori back to action. However, they face several player absences. Denzel Dumfries is sidelined with an ankle injury, joining teammates Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Raffaele Di Gennaro, and Tomas Palacios on the bench.
Rivalry Context
This match is not only a fierce local rivalry but also crucial for the Scudetto race. Inter has achieved only two draws in their last five competitive encounters with AC Milan across Serie A, Coppa Italia, and Supercoppa Italiana. The significance of this match extends beyond city bragging rights, as both teams aim to solidify their standing in the league.
As the anticipation builds for the Derby della Madonnina, fans can follow the latest updates and match action on El-Balad’s Liveblog. With a competitive spirit and tactical maneuvers at play, this match is set to be an exciting chapter in the storied rivalry between these two Milanese clubs.
