The Derby d’Italia between Inter Milan and Juventus is set to deliver a thrilling spectacle on Sunday evening at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium. Both teams come into the fixture with high stakes, as Inter lead Serie A by just one point over their age-old rivals Juventus. The outcome of this match could have significant ramifications for the title race, with both sides eager to claim early dominance in the league.
Inter Milan
Inter Milan are in top form, having lost just one of their last 19 home fixtures in Serie A. Simone Inzaghi’s men are buoyed by a recent Champions League win against BSC Young Boys, and they’ve built a solid foundation for a title charge this season. The Nerazzurri’s defensive strength will be tested against a Juventus side that has been resilient throughout this campaign. With key players like Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram, and Federico Dimarco expected to return to the starting lineup, Inter will aim to maintain their strong record against their bitter rivals.
Inzaghi will likely continue with the 3-5-2 formation that has worked well so far, with Lautaro and Thuram forming a potent attacking partnership. The midfield trio of Frattesi, Barella, and Mkhitaryan will be pivotal in maintaining control, while Inter’s defensive line, led by Stefan de Vrij, will need to be sharp to contain Juventus’ dangerous attackers.
Probable Lineup (3-5-2): Sommer; Pavard, De Vrij, Bastoni; Darmian, Frattesi, Barella, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Thuram, Martinez.
Juventus
Juventus, under the guidance of new manager Thiago Motta, are the only unbeaten team in Serie A this season, and they come into this match with a resilient defense that has not conceded a single goal away from home. After a 1-0 win against Lazio last weekend, Juventus are firmly in the title mix and will look to extend their unbeaten run. Despite a midweek Champions League loss to VfB Stuttgart, Juventus remain a formidable force in Serie A.
Dusan Vlahovic will be the focal point in attack, seeking to break his goal drought at San Siro. Juventus’ 4-3-3 formation will rely on solid contributions from young forwards Kenan Yildiz and Francisco Conceicao, while the midfield trio of McKennie, Locatelli, and Fagioli will need to be sharp against Inter’s dynamic midfield.
Probable Lineup (4-3-3): Di Gregorio; Cambiaso, Kalulu, Gatti, Cabal; McKennie, Locatelli, Fagioli; Conceicao, Vlahovic, Yildiz.
Key Stats
- Inter Milan have lost more Serie A matches against Juventus than any other team, but they have won two of their last four home encounters with the Bianconeri.
- Juventus are unbeaten in their last eight Serie A matches and have not conceded a goal away from home this season.
- Dusan Vlahovic is yet to score in seven league appearances at San Siro, but he remains a key player for Juventus with five league goals this season.
Player to Watch
Dusan Vlahovic will be a pivotal figure for Juventus. Despite his goal drought at San Siro, the Serbian striker has been in excellent form and will be eager to break that streak in this high-stakes fixture.
Inter Milan vs Juventus Prediction
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