INTER MILAN NEWS

Lautaro Martinez - Assists at Napoli Martinez assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Martinez created Nicolo Barella's goal in the 61st minute to double Inter Milan's lead with his second assist in the season. It was his first assist since mid-September, though. The forward also led his side in shots and chances created to complete his good offensive performance in the match.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Cuadrado - Assists as substitute Cuadrado assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Napoli.

Impact Cuadrado subbed on in the 77th minute and assisted Marcus Thuram in the 85th to seal Inter Milan's road win. The midfielder now has two assists in the season. He logged his seventh appearance off bench so far, and has yet to start.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marcus Thuram - Scores in road win Thuram scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Napoli. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th minute.

Impact Thuram scored in the 85th minute to seal the deal with his sixth goal in the season. The forward also assisted six times in 19 appearances (16 starts). He did receive his first yellow card so far in the proccess, though.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Barella - Scores and assists in win Barella scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Barella assisted Hakan Calhanoglu's opener in the 44th minute before scoring humself in the 61st minute to double Inter Milan's lead on the road. That was only his first goal and second assist in the season. The midfielder also registered the second-most crosses (four, with one accurate) for his side during the match.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hakan Calhanoglu - Scores opener at Napoli Calhanoglu scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Calhanoglu scored the opener in the 44th minute, his seventh goal in the season. The midfielder had a quiet outing stat-wise other than that, though. He also assisted once so far in 16 starts.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yann Sommer - Keeps clean sheet in win Sommer had four saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Napoli.

Impact Sommer had a great outing and kept his 11th clean sheet in the season, an impressive mark. The goalkeeper also matched his second-most saves in 18 starts so far. He will look to keep things rolling against Udinese on Saturday.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Nursing minor problem Dumfries suffered a right flexor injury in the Napoli game and will be assessed next week, Inter relayed.

Impact Dumfries will be sidelined for at least two matches and take more tests afterward, but the issue isn't overly severe as he avoided a strain that would have knocked him out for multiple weeks. Juan Cuadrado and Matteo Darmian will take care of the flank while he's out.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan De Vrij - Diagnosed with thigh injury De Vrij suffered a right adductor injury and will be re-evaluated next week, Inter announced.

Impact De Vrij will miss the matches versus Udinese and Real Sociedad, as Inter already secured the qualification, and will attempt to recover for the Lazio clash on December 17. Alessandro Bastoni (calf) should be back soon and reclaim his starting job. Carlos Augusto and Yann Aurel Bisseck will also get minutes at the position.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Limps off versus Napoli Dumfries created two scoring chances, sent in three crosses (two accurate) and had one interception and one clearance before leaving Sunday's 3-0 win over Napoli due to a thigh inj...

Impact Dumfries came into the game with a problem in the same area but had a strong showing and picked up stats at both ends. Coach Simone Inzaghi stated after the game that there was pessimism for Stefan de Vrij than for him. He's headed for some tests. If he had to miss time, Juan Cuadrado could be ready to start a couple of weeks after coming back from an Achilles injury.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan De Vrij - Bows out early against Napoli De Vrij left Sunday's clash versus Napoli at the 18th minute due to an adductor injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact De Vrij started feeling some discomfort immediately after the kick-off and didn't last long. The coach went with Carlos Augusto, who usually plays wing-back, over Yann Aurel Bisseck to substitute for him. Alessandro Bastoni shouldn't be far off from returning from injury and will handle the position when fit.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Good to go for Napoli clash Dumfries (thigh) will be available versus Napoli on Sunday, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Dumfries was mostly given a maintenance day midweek and will most likely be back in the XI, with Matteo Darmian moving back to the defense. He has logged five chances crated, seven crosses (four accurate), and seven tackles in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Bastoni - Out against Napoli Bastoni (calf) will remain sidelined versus Napoli but should return against Udinese, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Bastoni has resumed training in some capacity but won't be rushed back to avoid risks. Stefan de Vrij, Francesco Acerbi, and Matteo Darmian will start in the back like in the last Serie A game versus Juventus.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Acerbi - Steady game at the back Acerbi assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-3 draw against Benfica.

Impact Acerbi swung in a pinpoint cross to assist Davide Frattesi's goal and earn him his third goal involvement of the season, surpassing his tally of two from last year. He figures to remain a staple of the Inter back line as long as Alessandro Bastoni and Benjamin Pavard are out and he will continue to have the occasional opportunity to venture forward and join the attack.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Frattesi - Two-way impact in draw Frattesi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-3 draw versus Benfica.

Impact Frattesi has appeared in every game except two for Inter this season but this game marked only his fourth start of the campaign. He had an efficient day in front of goal by scoring with his only shot of the game and he also contributed on the defensive end with three tackles (two won) and two clearances.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marko Arnautovic - Scores in first start Arnautovic scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 3-3 draw against Benfica.

Impact Arnautovic opened his account for the season in the draw with Benfica and had a season-high in both shots and shots on target with two apiece. He will continue to mainly fill a supporting role behind Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - Rescues a point Sanchez scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Wednesday's 3-3 draw against Benfica.

Impact Sanchez netted a penalty to knot the match at three goals apiece on his return from an ankle injury. Similar to a lot of those who played for Inter in this game he is not a threat to supplant either Lautaro Martinez or Marcus Thuram for a consistent forward role but he has been especially productive when named a starter, having scored both of his goals this season in two of his four starts.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Audero - Makes season debut Audero recorded two saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-3 draw versus Benfica.

Impact Audero made his first start for Inter since joining from Sampdoria on loan this summer as Simone Inzaghi named a heavily-rotated XI with Inter having already clinched a spot in the Round of 16. On the basis of this performance he isn't likely to threaten Yann Sommer in the regular lineup and will mainly be a squad player.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inter and Napoli brace for early title showdown as the Serie A leader plays the defending champion

Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi will be hoping for less of a “Pazza Inter” performance when the Serie A leader visits defending champion Napoli on Sunday

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • Associated Press

Inter Milan rallies from 3 goals down to earn tie in Champions League

Marko Arnautovic, Davide Frattesi and Alexis Sanchez all scored against Benfica as Serie A leaders remain on contention to win group.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Inter comes back from 3 goals down for 3-3 draw at Benfica in Champions League

Inter Milan came back from three goals down for a 3-3 draw at already eliminated Benfica in the Champions League to keep last season’s finalist in contention to win its group

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • Associated Press

Alexis Sanchez - Starting in UCL Sanchez (ankle) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Benfica.

Impact Sanchez is back in the starting XI after a two-match absence, recovering from an ankle injury. The forward has yet to miss an appearance in the UCL this season, getting the start three times while scoring one goal.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - Probable for Benfica game Sanchez (ankle) "could start versus Benfica on Wednesday," coach Simone Inzaghi informed.

Impact Sanchez returned to full training on Tuesday after missing the past game, and Inter are expected to rotate their men having already clinched the qualification. He has scored once and added two shots (one on target), four key passes, and five crosses (one accurate) in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Ruled out for Sporting CP game Dumfries will miss Wednesday's match versus Sporting CP due to muscle fatigue, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Dumfries will stay home to avoid risks, as Inter are already qualified, and will likely be back for the Napoli clash over the weekend. Juan Cuadrado or Matteo Darmian will play on the right flank in the Champions League.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How Juventus and Inter cancelled each other out - as well as exploited - their 3-5-2 systems There were, unusually, four strikers on the pitch for the Derby d'Italia - and all played a part in the goals for their respective teams

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM