INTER MILAN NEWS

Stefan De Vrij - Unused against Genoa De Vrij (thigh) didn't feature in Saturday's 2-0 win over Lecce.

Impact De Vrij was back on the bench after sitting out three fixtures but wasn't rushed on to the field. He'll resume alternating with Francesco Acerbi and Alessandro Bastoni in the coming matches.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - Plays few minutes against Lecce Sanchez (thigh) had one chance created and one accurate cross in six minutes in Saturday's 2-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Sanchez made a short cameo after sitting out the previous match with an ailment. Marko Arnautovic did okay in this one and will likely get the nod again if Lautaro Martinez stays out for the Genoa game. He has scored once and posted three shots (two on target), five chances created, and nine crosses (four accurate) in his last five performances.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kristjan Asllani - Six crosses Saturday Asllani recorded one shot (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Asllani was only on the pitch for 15 minutes Saturday but still had a decent match, whipping in six crosses while also contributing one shot and one chance created. The midfielder continues to be used mainly as a substitute this season, making 16 appearances but only two starts. He has yet to bag a goal contribution this season, only having two chances created, eight shots and 14 crosses in his 202 minutes of play.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hakan Calhanoglu - Assist in win Calhanoglu assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), 16 crosses (five accurate) and 10 corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Lecce. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Calhanoglu had an outstanding match Saturday, not only assisting on Yann Aurel Bisseck's goal in the 43rd minute but also leading the match in crosses with an immaculate 16. This was his seventh goal in the Serie A this year, giving him 10 goal contributions on the season. It was also his season-high for crosses in a game, notching nine more than he has had in any other match this year. The midfielder has only missed two contests all season and continues to be one of their most influential players, being the club's third-highest goal contributor on the campaign.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marko Arnautovic - Notches assist Arnautovic assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Arnautovic earned his second assist of the season Saturday, finding Nicolo Barella in the 78th minute for the second goal of the match. This was Arnautovic's third goal contribution in all competitions this season, recording his last on Nov. 29 against Benfica in the UCL. He still has struggled to maintain a normal spot in the starting XI this season, only earning three starts all year, with Saturday's being the only start in Serie A this campaign.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Barella - Nets goal against Lecce Barella scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Barella found the net in the 78th minute of Saturday's win, scoring off of a Marko Arnautovic assist. This was Barella's second goal of the season, now giving him five goal contributions on the campaign. The midfielder continues to be the club's regular starter in the center of the pitch, registering 21 shots, 26 chances created and 36 crosses in his 23 appearances this season across all competitions.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yann Bisseck - Scores first goal of match Bisseck scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Bisseck was the first player on the scoresheet Saturday, finding the back of the net in the 43rd minute off of a Hakan Calhanoglu assist. This was Bisseck's first goal since joining Inter, being a sightly rare one coming from a defender. The 23-year-old continues to be more of a rotational player, earning starts here and there, notching five on the season in eight appearances.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yann Sommer - Clean sheet against Lecce Sommer made five saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Lecce.

Impact Sommer had a great match Saturday, making five saves while registering a clean sheet in the win. This was the goalie's fifth clean sheet in a row, now having 15 across all competitions this campaign. He will look to keep the streak going in his next match when they head to Genoa on Friday.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan De Vrij - Available as expected de Vrij (thigh) is available from the bench for Saturday's match against Lecce.

Impact de Vrij returns for the first time since the opening match of the month as he's recovered from a thigh injury. The defender had started three straight matches in all competitions prior to the injury, but settles for a role on the bench Saturday.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - Fit for Lecce contest Sanchez (thigh) will return to the squad list versus Lecce on Saturday, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Sanchez returned to full training in the last couple of days and will provide depth to the attack, which won't have its main component, Lautaro Martinez. He'll likely begin as a substitute. He has scored once and tallied three shots (two on target), four chances created, and eight crosses (three accurate) in his last four appearances.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Dimarco - Suffers thigh injury Dimarco picked up a left adductor issue and will be evaluated in the next few days, Inter informed.

Impact Dimarco won't be available against Lecce on Saturday and potentially for further games depending on the severity of the problem. Carlos Augusto will take over on the left wing.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Still sidelined for Lecce tilt Dumfries (thigh) won't be called up Saturday versus Lecce, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Dumfries hasn't started working regularly in practice and will skip his fourth match in a row because of a thigh issue. Matteo Darmian will be the only pure option on the right wing since Juan Cuadrado just had Achilles surgery.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan De Vrij - Expected back for Lecce game De Vrij (thigh) is likely to return to the bench in Saturday's match versus Lecce, Sky Italy informed.

Impact De Vrij has reprised training with the group in the lead-up to the game and should be an option after sitting out three matches with a minor muscular problem. Yann Aurel Bisseck, Benjamin Pavard, and Francesco Acerbi have higher chances to start. He has posted five tackles (four won), four interceptions, and nine clearances in his last four appearances.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez - Diagnosed with minor injury Martinez pulled his left adductor in the recent cup match and will continue to be assessed in the coming days, Inter informed.

Impact Martinez won't be an option against Lecce and is iffy for the ensuing tilt versus Genoa, although the problem isn't severe. Inter will lean on Marcus Thuram and Marko Arnautovic in relief and Alexis Sanchez (thigh) is expected to return from his physical problem.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The Super League had its day in court and won. Why do some fans, clubs object?

A court has ruled that UEFA and FIFA acted contrary to EU competition law by blocking plans for a breakaway Super League.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Lautaro Martinez - Subs off in cup fixture Martinez bowed out early in overtime in Wednesday's Coppa Italia game versus Bologna due to a muscular issue, coach Simone Inzaghi told SportMediaset.

Impact Martinez limped off and had his left thigh taped up on the bench. The gaffer stated: "He has some muscle fatigue, and we hope it's nothing. The doctors are serene, but he'll have to be evaluated since we play in 72 hours." He last missed a game due to injury over two years ago. While Alexis Sanchez (thigh) could return versus Lecce, Marko Arnatuovic and Marcus Thuram would get the nod if he couldn't play or start Saturday.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro misses a penalty and two-time defending champion Inter loses to Bologna in Italian Cup

Two-time defending champion Inter Milan missed a penalty and was eliminated from the Italian Cup by Bologna

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • Associated Press

Hakan Calhanoglu - Subbed off against Lazio Calhanoglu had two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-0 win over Lazio.

Impact Calhanoglu led his team in crosses, showcasing his playmaking ability. Additionally, he created a chance and contributed defensively with one tackle, one interception, and one clearance. Substituted for Kristjan Asllani in the 89th minute, He has been a crucial part of Inter's tactical setup, starting every game in the league. Notably, he has maintained consistency with five goal involvements in the last six league games, highlighting his significant impact on both ends of the pitch.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Barella - Sets up goal against Lazio Barella assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Lazio. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 61st minute.

Impact Barella had a relatively subdued game but still made a meaningful contribution by assisting Marcus Thuram with a well-placed pass in the 66th minute. Despite not standing out in this particular match, He has been a crucial component of the Inter Milan midfield, featuring in every single league game this season. His standout performance against Napoli earlier this month has been a highlight of his season.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez - Scores opener against Lazio Martinez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Martinez intercepted Adam Marusic's poor pass, showcased composure by calmly dribbling around Ivan Provedel, and netted the opener. Additionally, he created a significant chance and completed a dribble. On the defensive end, He contributed with two clearances, two interceptions, and two tackles. Remarkably, he is the top scorer in the league by a considerable margin, having notched 15 goals. Furthermore, he has consistently recorded goal involvements in the last four league games.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marcus Thuram - Scores against Lazio Thuram scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Lazio. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 26th min...

Impact Thuram netted the second goal of the game in the 66th minute, assisted by Nicolo Barella. Displaying a prolific presence, he registered four quality shots and contributed defensively with two clearances and an interception. He has been in exceptional form, recording goal involvements in each of his last four league games, showcasing his consistency and impact for the team.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yann Sommer - Registers clean sheet against Lazio Sommer registered four saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Lazio.

Impact Sommer recorded four crucial saves which prevented 1.92 goals. He has featured in every single league game this season and has made 35 saves. He has 11 clean sheets, which is the most in the league. He has not conceded a single goal for four games in all competitions and has a comparatively easy game against Lecce on Saturday.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Pavard - Doesn't play versus Lazio Pavard (knee) didn't get minutes in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Pavard returned from an extended absence, but he wasn't rushed back, also because Yann Aurel Bisseck held his own. He'll recapture his starting role sooner rather than later, but he could be eased into action off the bench at first. He has posted seven tackles, nine interceptions, and 11 clearances in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League draw: USMNT stars set for showdown in Round of 16

The second-round pairings for the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League are set following Monday’s round of 16 draw in Nyon, Switzerland.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • FOX SPORTS