Match Preview: Lazio vs Inter Milan – Analysis, Predictions and Teams
Date and Time: December 16, 2024, at 5:45 p.m. (Brazilian time)
Lieu : Olympic Stadium, Rome, Italy
The battle for the top of Serie A continues to be thrilling, as Lazio and Inter Milan face off in a crucial encounter that will determine the top of the table. Both teams head into this match off the back of strong performances and aim to keep the pressure on their rivals.
Lazio, one of the most consistent teams of the season, comes to this clash after an impressive run. Marco Baroni’s side managed to eliminate Napoli in the Coppa Italia and beat them again in the league, accumulating 31 points in Serie A. With only one home defeat this season, Lazio look formidable at home, especially at the Stadio Olimpico, where she is aiming for her third consecutive victory.
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The team showed remarkable resilience, especially in the final minutes of matches. Their ability to score late goals will be a crucial factor, especially given Inter’s tendency to concede goals during these periods. The absence of Taty Castellanos, suspended due to the accumulation of yellow cards, opens the door for Tijjani Noslin, who was exceptional, notably achieving a hat-trick in the Coppa Italia.
Lazio predicted line-up:
- Provedel ; Lazzari, Gila, Romagnoli, Tavares; Guendouzi, Rovella ; Isaksen, Dia, Zaccagni; Noslin
Inter, the reigning Serie A champions, remain firmly in the title race with 31 points, tied with Lazio. Under the management of Simone Inzaghi, the Nerazzurri are unbeaten in their last nine league games and have displayed high quality attacking football. Their 3-1 win over Parma in the previous round illustrated their attacking power, with Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram forming a deadly partnership in attack.
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Despite a recent defeat against Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League, Inter remain well positioned to progress to the knockout stages. For this match, Inzaghi could reunite with Denzel Dumfries, who missed the last match due to illness, as well as Lautaro Martinez, who should replace Mehdi Taremi in attack.
Inter Milan predicted line-up:
- Summer ; Bisseck, De Vrij, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Martinez, Thuram
Both teams come into this match in excellent form, promising a balanced, high-level match. Lazio, with their strong home performance, will look to maintain their unbeaten run at the Stadio Olimpico while Inter aim to continue their winning run and reaffirm their champion status. The balance between these two teams makes it difficult to predict a clear winner, but a goal-heavy match is to be expected, especially given the defensive weaknesses on both sides.
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Prediction: Lazio 2-2 Inter Milan
With both teams well prepared, a draw appears to be the most likely outcome. Lazio showed strength in the decisive moments, but Inter have a powerful attack and will push until the end.
This clash between Lazio and Inter Milan will be a significant test for both teams, with major implications in the fight for the Serie A title. Don’t miss this unmissable duel which promises strong emotions and quality football at the Stadio Olimpico.
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