Inter Milan gears up for a crucial Serie A match against Roma, with significant changes to the starting lineup as Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram take the field. This match is pivotal for both teams and kicks off today at the iconic San Siro stadium at 20:45 local time.
Lautaro and Thuram Start for Inter Milan Against Roma
Head coach Cristian Chivu has opted for his strongest lineup following a disappointing stretch without a win in three matches. The team’s last victory came on February 28 against Genoa.
Current Standings and Context
Inter aims to maintain its lead in the Serie A standings, sitting six points ahead of Napoli and seven points clear of Milan with just eight matches remaining. This makes the clash against Roma even more critical for the Nerazzurri.
Key Lineup Changes
- Lautaro Martinez: The captain returns after being absent since February 14, when he faced Juventus.
- Marcus Thuram: The French striker has been revitalized following his international duty, recently scoring for his national team.
- Francesco Acerbi: He steps in to bolster defense alongside Manuel Akanji and Alessandro Bastoni due to injury and suspension issues.
With Carlos Augusto suspended and Bisseck out due to injury, Acerbi’s inclusion is significant. Stefan de Vrij has taken a spot on the bench.
Inter Milan’s Official Starting Lineup
Inter’s formation is a 3-5-2:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | 1 Sommer |
| Defenders | 25 Akanji, 15 Acerbi, 95 Bastoni |
| Midfielders | 2 Dumfries, 23 Barella, 20 Calhanoglu, 7 Zielinski, 32 Dimarco |
| Forwards | 9 Thuram, 10 Lautaro Martinez (C) |
Roma’s Starting Lineup
Roma features a 3-4-2-1 formation:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | 99 Svilar |
| Defenders | 23 Mancini, 5 Ndicka, 22 Hermoso |
| Midfielders | 2 Rensch, 4 Cristante, 61 Pisilli, 19 Celik |
| Forwards | 18 Soulé, 7 Pellegrini, 14 Malen |
Bench and Availability
Inter’s bench includes notable players like Henrikh Mkhitaryan, returning from injury, and Stefan de Vrij. For Roma, the unavailable players include Dybala and Ferguson.
As the match date progresses, excitement builds around the reunion of Lautaro and Thuram. The duo’s performance could play a crucial role in Inter Milan’s campaign as they strive for Serie A glory.
