REGGIO NELL’EMILIA, ITALY – MAY 4: Armand Laurienté of US Sassuolo competes for the ball with Cristian Volpato of US Sassuolo during the Serie A TIM match between US Sassuolo and FC Internazionale at Mapei Stadium – Citta’ del Tricolore on May 04, 2024 in Reggio nell’Emilia, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)
The table-topping Inter are expected to bring back their first-team big hitters when they visit an in-form Sassuolo side in Serie A on Sunday afternoon.
The Nerazzurri are sitting pretty at the top of the Serie A table with 55 points after 23 matches, five clear of their closest competitors, Milan. Cristian Chivu’s side are unbeaten in 11 league matches and have won 10 of those 11 games.
Sassuolo have recorded two consecutive victories in Serie A heading into Sunday’s clash against Inter, which puts them within a point of the top half of the table after 23 matches.
Fabio Grosso is expected to name a similar side, if not the same starting XI as the one that beat Pisa 3-1 away from home last weekend, with Domenico Berardi, Andrea Pinamonti and Armand Lauriente starting across the front three.
After resting the majority of his key first-team players for Wednesday evening’s 2-1 Coppa Italia victory over TorinoChivu is expected to bring back his big hitters, including the likes of Lautaro Martinez, Federico Dimarco and Alessandro Bastoni, against Sassuolo.
The travelling Nerazzurri are still without midfielders Nicolo Barella and Hakan Calhanoglu, but Chivu has hinted that they could both return to the squad after the Sassuolo match. Petar Sucic, Piotr Zielinski and Henrikh Mkhitaryan is the expected midfield combination on Sunday.
Kick-off is due at 17.00 GMT.
Sassuolo vs. Inter: Probable line-ups
Sassuolo (4-3-3): Music; Amp and chronic, Mussre, Mus, Talhor down, Mapt, Mac, ; Beload, Pubal, Purise.
Inter (3-5-2): Sommer; Bisseck, Akanji, Bastoni; L.Henrique, Sucic, Zielinski, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; L. Martinez, Thuram.
Where to watch Sassuolo vs. Inter
Today’s game will be available to watch live in the UK on DAZN. Supporters in the USA are able to tune in via Paramount+.
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Serie A leaders Inter Milan, led by Cristian Chivu, face a resurgent Sassuolo at Mapei Stadium. Can the Nerazzurri’s momentum overcome Sassuolo’s newfound form?
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The Serie A title race receives its latest chapter this Sunday as league leaders Inter Milan travel to take on a Sassuolo side riding a wave of positive momentum. Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter Milan has been a juggernaut this season, boasting a commanding five-point lead at the summit. Their form is formidable, having won 10 of their last 11 league matches, showcasing the tactical discipline and squad depth that makes them favorites in any Serie A fixture. This match is a classic test of title credentials against a tricky opponent.
Meanwhile, Sassuolo, managed by Fabio Grosso, has found its stride with two consecutive victories, including an impressive 3-1 away win at Pisa. The return to form of talismanic forward Domenico Berardi, alongside Andrea Pinamonti and Armand Laurienté, provides a genuine threat to any defense. Their recent performances suggest they are more than capable of playing the role of Serie A spoiler against the top teams, making the Mapei Stadium a potentially treacherous venue for the visitors.
Inter’s approach is intriguing, as Chivu strategically rotated his squad for the midweek Coppa Italia win over Torino. Key assets like Lautaro Martinez, Alessandro Bastoni, and Federico Dimarco are expected to return fresh, ready to reinforce Inter’s title challenge. However, the continued absences of midfield maestros Nicolò Barella and Hakan Calhanoglu due to injury could test their creative depth. For fans in the United States, this crucial clash in the Serie A standings will be available to watch live on Paramount+, highlighting the growing global appeal of Italy’s top flight.
Short Summary:
League leaders Inter Milan face a stern test at an in-form Sassuolo in a key Serie A clash. With Inter’s title momentum facing Sassuolo’s resurgence and attacking threat, this match at the Mapei Stadium is pivotal for the standings. Tune in on Paramount+ to see if the Nerazzurri can maintain their advantage or if Sassuolo can pull off a major upset.
