INTER MILAN NEWS

Inter has a new hero as Marcus Thuram helps the Nerazzurri rout Milan 5-1 in Serie A derby

Inter Milan has a new star player with a familiar name in Serie A as Marcus Thuram helped the Nerazzurri beat fierce rival AC Milan 5-1 in a derby match to maintain their perfect s...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • Associated Press

How to watch Christian Pulisic, AC Milan vs. Inter Milan in Serie A showdown: TV, time, FREE live stream Both teams sit atop Serie A with wins in their first three matches.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • PENNLIVE.COM

Francesco Acerbi - Will start against AC Milan Acerbi (calf) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against AC Milan.

Impact Acerbi had been training regularly for over a week, so his presence in the starting lineup isn't surprising. He will play in the middle of the three-man center-back, being flanked by Matteo Darmian and Alessandro Bastoni on the right and left sides, respectively.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Acerbi - In contention for Milan game Acerbi (calf) has recovered and is pushing Stefan de Vrij for the starting job, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Acerbi has been training regularly for over a week, but the teammate was solid in relief. The choice will go down to the wire. He posted 43 tackles, 51 clearances, and 20 blocks in 42 matches (35 starts) last season, contributing to 16 clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Cuadrado - Questionable for Milan clash Cuadrado couldn't log full minutes with Colombia due to tendonitis. CoachSimone Inzaghi informed: "I've seen him serene, and we hope he'll be able to practice well Friday. We'll de...

Impact Cuadrado isn't 100 percent but could make the bench. He has had three sub appearances in a row while backing up Denzel Dumfries. Matteo Darmian is also an option for the flank with Benjamin Pavard now in the mix.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - In doubt for Derby Sanchez "will be assessed close to the game following a late return from Chile," coach Simone Inzaghi announced.

Impact Sanchez went on international duties despite being in imperfect form and being unavailable for the previous Serie A games. He was diagnosed with anemia in his home country but then featured regularly a few days later. Even if he's available, he has three strong options ahead of him.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inter-Milan derby could give winner an early edge in Serie A title race

The Milan derby has the air of a title match even at this early stage of the season

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • Associated Press

Alexis Sanchez - Plays with Chile Sanchez (anemia) logged full minutes in Tuesday's game versus Colombia.

Impact Sanchez couldn't play with Inter due to lack of form and is suffering from a mild blood disorder, but it won't affect his availability going forward. He's fourth on the offensive pecking order for his side.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - Reportedly dealing with blood disorder Sanchez was called up by Chile despite being unavailable for the recent Inter games but couldn't play versus Uruguay due to anemia, SportMediaset informs.

Impact Sanchez has been closely monitored in practice following the diagnosis, but he hasn't left the national team set-up yet and could be cleared to play Tuesday versus Colombia because the problem is seen as mild.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries has three first-half assists in Netherlands' 3-0 win over greece

Denzel Dumfries provided three first-half assists as the Netherlands beat Greece 3-0 in a Euro 2024 qualifying match.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Wingback Denzel Dumfries has three assists as Netherlands beats Greece 3-0 in European qualifier

Denzel Dumfries has provided three first-half assists as the Netherlands beat Greece 3-0

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • Associated Press

Francesco Acerbi - Returns to full training Acerbi (calf) has shaken off his injury and reprised practicing with the rest of the group Wednesday, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Acerbi is good to go after missing the first three contests due to a calf problem. He'll be an option for the Milan clash on September 18, but, while he generally started over Stefan de Vrij in the past, the coach could option to keep the teammate in the XI since he's in better shape.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefano Sensi - Ineligible to play in Champions League Sensi hasn't been included in Inter's Champions League list, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Sensi didn't leave even though Inter added Davy Klaassen in the midfield on deadline day, and the newcomer, and Kristjan Asllani, made it over him in the UEFA list.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yann Sommer - Blanks the opponents again Sommer had two saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Fiorentina.

Impact Sommer has yet to concede through three games and again benefitted from his team completely pulling the strings. He has made six saves so far. He'll face a tougher test in two weeks as Inter will tangle with Milan.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan De Vrij - Fares well in Fiorentina bout De Vrij recorded one tackle (zero won), one block, two clearances, and three interceptions in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Fiorentina.

Impact De Vrij filled in for Francesco Acerbi (calf) again and played an integral part in stymieing the opponents in the easy win. Considering how much time the teammate missed and his displays, he could stay in the XI even after the break. He has posted eight clearances, five interceptions, and two tackles in three matches.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Darmian - Shows well against Fiorentina Darmian had one interception and two clearances and won two of four tackles and six duels in Sunday's 4-0 win against Fiorentina.

Impact Darmian turned in another solid shift in the back and helped secure the third clean sheet in a row. On the other hand, Benjamin Pavard will take over the position sooner rather than later. He has posted ten tackles, one interception, and six clearances in three games.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Barella - Wins two tackles against Inter Barella won four duels and two of three tackles and drew a foul in Sunday's 4-0 win over Inter.

Impact Barelly only contributed defensively in this one and was pulled early after getting booked to avoid troubles ahead of the next game. He's off to a slow start in the final third having notched four shots (one on target), three chances created, and three crosses (two accurate), without collecting points. Inter will face Milan on September 16.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Henrikh Mkhitaryan - Silent versus Fiorentina Mkhitaryan (ankle) won three duels and generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Mkhitaryan stayed in the Xi despite a minor injury but had a much muted showing compared to a host of his teammates. He has staved off the competition coming from newcomer Davide Frattesi so far, but that might not last long. He has tallied three off-target shots, three chances created, and two inaccurate crosses.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Bastoni - Excellent in Fiorentina contest Bastoni had five chances created, two interceptions, two tackles (one won), and two clearances in Sunday's 4-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Bastoni had frequent offensive forays since Inter completely dominated and surprisingly led his team in key passes, on top of helping secure the clean sheet. It's the third in a row for Inter. He has logged six crosses (two accurate), 13 tackles, and three interceptions in three matches. Inter will face Milan on September 16.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Creates four chances against Fiorentina Dumfries won three duels and generated three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), and four chances created in Sunday's 4-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Dumfries didn't contribute to any of the four goals but still had a good showing and picked up stats across the board on offense. He has logged one goal, one assist, seven chances, and eight crosses (three accurate) so far. Inter will face Milan on September 16.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Cuadrado - Sets up teammate versus Fiorentina Cuadrado assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Fiorentina.

Impact Cuadrado came off the bench for the third time in a row and contributed to the romp by picking out Lautaro Martinez with a low-driven cross ahead of the final goal of the game. He has had a limited role so far but will start to see some starts over Denzel Dumfries once the schedule gets busier. He has posted two off-target shots, three key passes, and four crosses (one accurate) in three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Dimarco - Dishes helper in Fiorentina game Dimarco assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Fiorentina.

Impact Dimarco recorded his second assist of the young season by finding Marcus Thuram with a pinpoint delivery and paced his team in such a category. He has recorded seven shots (three on target), nine chances created, and 23 crosses (seven accurate) through three fixtures. Inter will face Milan on September 16.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE