League leaders, Inter Milan targets to embark on another long winning run this Saturday when they welcome lowly Venezia to San Siro.
Team News
Inter Milan
- Inter is with an almost fully-stocked squad, free of injury and illness. The only exception is forward Joaquin Correa who was forced off in the first half of Wednesday’s match due to a thigh injury.
- Simone Inzaghi will revert to his favored league line up. This means goalscorers Alexis Sanchez, Andreas Ranocchia and Stefano Sensi are bound for the bench.
- Marcelo Brozovic served a suspension in the cup. However, he should start in the familiar midfield trio that pins together the hosts’ familiar 3-5-2 formation. As such, top scorers Edin Dzeko and Lautaro Martinez will reunite up-front.
Venezia
- Venezia could award Nani his first start after he provided an assist in less than two minutes after coming on as a late substitute on his debut.
- Unlike Inter, Paolo Zanetti has a handful of absences to deal with. Full-back Tyronne Ebuehi is still on international duty with Nigeria at the AFCON. Sergio Romero, Ridgeciano Haps and Dennis Johnsen are all considered doubtful.
- Chelsea loanee, Ethan Ampadu may continue to cover at right-back. This will open an opportunity for Antonio Vacca to feature in central midfield.
Prediction Analysis
A repeat of the 2-0 defeat Inter inflicted on Venezia few weeks ago is a strong possibility in this match. Inter was also able to rest many of their main men in midweek.
The champions are virtually unassailable at San Siro and with goals coming from all quarters, they should be cruising to victory before the game reaches climax.
Our Prediction is Inter Milan 2-0 Venezia
Possible Lineup
Inter Milan: Handanovic, Skriniar, De Vrij, Bastoni, Dumfries, Barella, Brozovic, Calhanoglu, Perisic, Martinez, Dzeko.
Venezia: Romero, Ampadu, Ceccaroni, Caldara, Molinaro, Vacca, Cuisance, Crnigoj, Aramu, Okereke, Henry.