Unbeaten Run and Recent Form
FC Internazionale Milano has commenced the Serie A season with a formidable record, remaining unbeaten and sitting level at the top of the league. The club has won all of their opening four Serie A matches [1], a testament to their strong start. This impressive run includes a 100 per cent record so far this season [2]. Inter’s position in the league is notably better than at the same time last season [3]. Their recent fixture against AS Roma saw them secure a 2-2 draw, coming back from a two-goal deficit [4]. Lautaro Martínez was instrumental in this comeback, scoring both goals for Inter [3], bringing his season tally to four goals [5]. Coach Cristian Chivu acknowledged the team’s character in the second half but stressed the need for improved initial approach and intensity [3]. Inter’s historical dominance over Roma is also evident, having won 10 of their last 12 competitive meetings [6].
Squad Status and Key Absences
Inter Milan is currently navigating a period with several key players sidelined due to injury. Hakan Calhanoglu is out with a muscular injury [7], and John Stones is also unavailable due to a thigh strain [7]. Additionally, Djed Spence remains out, having arrived with an injury and not yet ready for action [7]. These absences could test the squad’s depth, although some reports suggest Inter possesses unparalleled squad depth in Italy [8]. On a positive note, Federico Dimarco has returned to full fitness [4], providing a boost to the team. Lautaro Martínez is expected to continue leading the line, partnering with Marcus Thuram [7]. In midfield, Piotr Zielinski is anticipated to step in for the injured Hakan Calhanoglu [9].
What it means
Inter Milan currently sits second in Serie A with 13 points from five matches, boasting a record of four wins and one draw. Their impressive goal difference of 15 scored and 8 conceded highlights their attacking prowess. The recent 2-2 draw against AS Roma, following a 5-3 home win against Udinese Calcio and a 3-2 victory over SSC Napoli, indicates a team capable of scoring goals but also susceptible to conceding. The form suggests a high-scoring team that can recover from deficits, as seen in their last two Serie A matches where they came from behind. The upcoming fixture will be crucial in maintaining their strong league position and continuing their unbeaten run. The team’s ability to adapt to key injuries, particularly in midfield and defense, will be a significant factor in their continued success and title aspirations.
Sources
- Football Italia: Gasperini faces his kryptonite against Inter after 10 consecutive defeats football-italia.net ↩
- Football Italia: D’Amico: ‘Roma motivated by Inter clash, worked quickly for Balerdi’ football-italia.net ↩
- Football Italia: Chivu laid into sluggish Inter when 2-0 down: ‘What I said remains between us’ football-italia.net ↩
- Football Italia: Serie A | Roma 2-2 Inter: Another epic comeback for Scudetto battle football-italia.net ↩
- Football Italia: Lautaro: ‘A good point given Roma’s strength but Inter can’t always be chasing the game’ football-italia.net ↩
- Football Italia: Marotta: ‘Roma to be respected, but result won’t be decisive’ football-italia.net ↩
- Football Italia: Serie A official line-ups: Roma vs. Inter football-italia.net ↩
- Football Italia: Nainggolan: I could still play for Roma or Inter, Monchi’s double game with me, Dzeko and Chelsea football-italia.net ↩
- Football Italia: Serie A: Roma vs. Inter – probable line-ups, where to watch on TV football-italia.net ↩
