Slavia Prague Prepares for Showdown Against Inter Milan at San Siro
As preparations intensify for an exhilarating Champions League clash, Slavia Prague is set to face Inter Milan at the iconic San Siro stadium. The health of their star goalkeeper, Jindřich Staněk, was a concern, but he is confirmed to take his position in goal, flanked by a solid defense including Tomáš Vlček and Daiki Hašioka.
The forward line will see Vasil Kušej leading the charge. Slavia’s starting lineup for the match is as follows:
- Goalkeeper: Staněk
- Defenders: Vlček, Chaloupek, Zima, Hašioka
- Midfielders: Douděra, Oscar, Zafeiris, Sadílek, Provod
- Forward: Kušej
Slavia Prague kicked off their Champions League campaign with a 2-2 draw against Norwegian champions Bodö/Glimt, missing out on a potential victory in the final moments of the match. This will be their second outing in the group stage, and they return to Italy, a location familiar to coach Jindřich Trpišovský, who has brought his team to San Siro for the third time.
Slavia’s Historic Encounters in Italy
In previous clashes, Slavia has shown resilience with a notable 1-1 draw against Inter in the Champions League six years ago, and they faced AC Milan in the Europa League round of 16 not long ago, where they fell 2-4. Reflecting on the significance of playing at such a historical venue, Trpišovský remarked: “For me, it’s a football coliseum. You can feel the nostalgia; it’s a massive structure. Many memories come to mind, highlighting the journey Slavia has undertaken. While many of those are positive, it also serves as a reminder of the challenges required to compete at this level.”
Team Updates and Match Atmosphere
Despite recent challenges, including a viral outbreak affecting the team, Slavia is ready for the match with only two casualties: injured defenders Igoh Ogbu and Tomáš Holeš, along with players not registered for the Champions League. On the other side, Inter Milan has made a strong start, winning their opening Champions League match against Ajax 2-0, followed by victories in their last two Serie A matches against Sassuolo and Cagliari.
Fans might expect a subdued atmosphere at San Siro, as Inter supporters are currently protesting against club management, which could impact the home advantage. The match will be officiated by a team of English referees, led by Chris Kavanagh, enhancing the international flavor of this high-stakes encounter. Slavia’s fans can catch the live broadcast on Nova Sport 3.
