Inter Vs Lazio Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Coppa Italia

Inter Vs Lazio Preview

Tournament: Coppa Italia
Date: Wednesday, February 25
Kick-off time: 20:00 GMT
Venue: San Siro, Italy

We have a blockbuster clash between two of the best attacking sides in the division. This clash is set to take place at San Siro for a berth in the semifinals of the Coppa Italia.

Inter have been inconsistent lately with their performances winning just two of their last five matches. For now, they occupy the top spot in the Serie A but will have to start performing consistently with Napoli and Atalanta in the title race. Having already lost the Super Coppa to arch-rivals AC Milan, Simone Inzaghi's side is still in the shot for a treble with Champions League, Serie A, and Coppa Italia on the horizon. Currently, they are leading the Serie A charts with 57 points, one point above Napoli, and maintaining a three-point lead over third-place Atalanta. Marcus Thuram has caught the eye for them this season and is their leading goalscorer with 13 while Nico Barella topping the assists chart with five.

Meanwhile, Lazio has also performed decently so far with the team in the mix for a UEFA Champions League spot as they are trailing fourth-place Juventus by two points. Their last four matches have been good with two wins and two draws as they aim to close the gap at the top. Having already kicked favorites Napoli in the last round, they will be hoping to pull another historic win here to take a close step towards the silverware. Much of their improved form has been due to the form of their top scorer Valentin Castellanos with nine goals and Nuno Tavares with eight assists who have caught the eye with their performances.

Inter Team News

Simone Inzaghi's side are dealing with several injury issues at the moment. Joaquin Correa and Yann Sommer are definite absentees for this team due to injury. The likes of Marcus Thuram, Davide Frattesi, and Carlos Augusto are possible doubts for here and will be assessed before the clash. Lautaro Martinez will likely keep his place after producing another top performance in the last match.

Lazio Team News

Lazio also have a few injury concerns in their squad for this clash. Elseid Hysaj and Valentin Castellanos will miss out due to muscle and thigh injury. Also, Matias Vecino and Luca Pellegrini are possible doubts for this game. The good news is they have their first choice back four who will be crucial in nullifying three of the home side.

Inter Vs Lazio Predicted Lineups

Inter predicted lineup (3-5-2):

Goalkeeper: Martinez
Defenders: Pavard, Acerbi, Bastoni
Midfielders: Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco
Forwards: Taremi, Lautaro

Lazio predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Mamdas
Defenders: Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Tavares
Midfielders: Guendouzi, Belahyane
Forwards: Isaksen, Dia, Zaccagni; Noslin

Inter Vs Lazio Head-to-Head Record

Both sides have a decent record against each other with Inter winning 15 matches from 32 matches against them while Lazio grabbing another 12 wins and with 5 matches they have shared the points.

Key Players to Watch in Inter Vs Lazio

Lautaro Martinez (Inter)

Last season’s top scorer for Inter has failed to maintain the same heights in the current campaign but still has chipped in with ten goals in the league from 24 matches. It was his goal in the last match that earned Inter a much crucial three points which saw them grab the top spot in the division. So far, he has an xG ratio of 0.47 in his last five matches as he aims to guide Inter to another historic season this term.

Nuno Tavares (Lazio)

Nuno Tavares has proved to be the difference maker for Lazio this season from the left flank. The Portuguese left-back has been consistently providing the threat for them from the left-hand side having registered eight assists from 19 matches. He is equally good in defending with the left back making 87 ball recoveries, 20 tackles, and 16 interceptions this term.

Inter Vs Lazio Prediction

Lately, Inter have failed to maintain consistency in their performance winning just two of their last five matches. However, they will be confident heading into this clash considering their home form and recent record against the visitors.

Meanwhile, Lazio has performed well in recent matches and will be hoping to pull a major shock by defeating the reigning Serie champions. However, the only concern for them will be their inconsistency in producing results on the big occasion against the top sides.

Predicted Score: Inter 2-1 Lazio

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