Inter Milan, the reigning Coppa Italia champions and Serie A leaders, begin their cup marketing campaign by internet hosting in-form Bologna at San Siro on Wednesday.
A win for Inter would arrange a possible quarter-final conflict in opposition to Fiorentina, replicating final season’s ultimate, whereas Bologna arrives on the again of three wins from their final 4 league outings.
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Inter Milan, Serie A’s present table-toppers, have showcased dominance this season with 11 clear sheets and almost 2.5 targets per sport.
Their current victory over Lazio marked their thirteenth win out of 16 Serie A matches, reflecting their sturdy type throughout competitions. They’re set to defend their Coppa Italia title and progress within the event.
Bologna, beneath Thiago Motta’s steering, goals to make a mark within the cup competitors, having solely reached the quarter-finals as soon as since 2000.
Regardless of a formidable dwelling document, their away type has been much less spectacular, with just one win in eight matches.
In Serie A, Bologna secured a major win in opposition to Roma of their final fixture, bolstering their top-four aspirations. Their current type suggests they could problem Inter, particularly contemplating their spectacular dwelling run.
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Inter’s Simone Inzaghi is predicted to rotate his squad, resting key gamers like Lautaro Martinez.
Accidents to Denzel Dumfries, Stefan de Vrij, Juan Cuadrado, and a uncertain Alexis Sanchez might immediate modifications within the lineup, giving fringe gamers an opportunity.
Bologna, with fewer harm issues, would possibly make minor changes. The return of Riccardo Orsolini provides depth, and Joshua Zirkzee would possibly make method for Sydney van Hooijdonk within the beginning lineup.
Goalkeeper alternative between Lukasz Skorupski and Federico Ravaglia stays unsure.
Predicted Lineups
Inter Milan:(3-5-2)
Audero;
Bisseck, Acerbi, Bastoni;
Darmian, Frattesi, Asllani, Barella, Augusto;
Thuram, Arnautovic
Bologna: (4-2-3-1)
Ravaglia;
Posch, Lucumi, Calafiori, Lykogiannis;
Moro, Freuler;
Ndoye, Aebischer, Saelemaekers;
Van Hooijdonk
Prediction: Inter Milan 2-1 Bologna
Regardless of Bologna’s spirited type, Inter Milan’s historical past of eight consecutive Coppa Italia victories over Bologna suggests their superior high quality.
No matter Inzaghi’s squad rotation, Inter’s depth ought to safe a hard-fought win at San Siro.
