Champions League | Sparta v Inter: Probable starting lineups
Inter Milan's squad is gradually returning to full strength as they prepare for their upcoming Champions League match against Sparta Prague. While the team still faces some injury concerns, recent developments have brought positive news for manager Simone Inzaghi. The post Champions League | Sparta v Inter: Probable starting lineups appeared first on FootItalia.com.
Inter Milan’s squad is gradually returning to full strength as they prepare for their upcoming Champions League match against Sparta Prague. While the team still faces some injury concerns, recent developments have brought positive news for manager Simone Inzaghi.
The Nerazzurri have been without Yann Bisseck, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Joaquin Correa due to various injuries. However, the defensive line has received a significant boost with the return of Benjamin Pavard and Francesco Acerbi, both of whom are now available for selection.
In midfield, veteran Henrikh Mkhitaryan made his comeback as a substitute in the previous match after missing two games. It remains uncertain whether he will immediately reclaim his starting position from Piotr Zielinski, who has been filling in admirably.
Up front, Lautaro Martinez is expected to lead the line once again. The Argentine striker has rediscovered his scoring touch, recently reaching a significant milestone. With 111 Serie A goals to his name, Martinez has now equaled his compatriot Mauro Icardi as Inter’s second-highest foreign goalscorer in the league’s history.
On the opposing side, Sparta Prague will be looking to their key attackers to make an impact. Albion Rrahmani, who found the net against Feyenoord, and Nigerian forward Victor Olatunji are likely to pose the main threats. Olatunji, in particular, has been impressive in the Champions League this season, contributing to three goals in his three starts.
Sparta are not without their own injury concerns. Imanol Garcia and Angelo Preciado remain sidelined with long-term injuries, while Lukas Haraslin is still recovering from a hamstring issue. However, there’s a possibility that Elias Cobbaut could make his return to the squad.
The Czech side has also been active in the transfer market, strengthening their squad with the addition of Venezia midfielder Magnus Andersen and the return of Jan Kuchta on loan from Midtjylland.
Sparta Prague (3-4-3): Jensen; Vitik, Panak, Zelezny; Wiesner, Laci, Kairinen, Rynes; Birmancevic, Olatunji, Rrahmani
Inter Milan (3-5-2): Sommer; Pavard, De Vrij, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Asllani, Zielinski, Dimarco; Martinez, Thuram
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