Inter-Atletico Madrid, the probable formations
Inter-Atletico Madrid, the probable formations
Inter receives Atletico Madrid in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16. Kickoff at 9 p.m. at the San Siro. The Nerazzurri, veterans of eight consecutive victories and leaders in Serie A at +9 over Juventus, dream of repeating last season’s path in Europe. On the other hand, the colchoneros, fourth in La Liga 11 lengths behind leader Real Madrid, are hunting for more satisfaction in Champions.
Inzaghi must still do without Acerbi in defense: in his place will be De Vrij, with Pavard and Bastoni on his sides. Midfield headed by Calhanoglu, assisted by Barella and Mkhitaryan, on the flanks again Darmian on the right and Dimarco on the left. In attack, the Lautaro-Thuram pair is confirmed.
Simeone recovers Morata in attack but the Argentine striker will start from the bench: there will be Llorente with Griezmann. Koke in the midfield booth, with De Paul and Saul on the wings, on the outsides space for Molina and Reinildo. Defense headed by Witsel, between the posts Oblak.
Probable lineups
INTER (3-5-2): Sommer; Pavard, de Vrij, Bastoni; Darmian, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Lautaro, Thuram. All. Inzaghi.
ATLETICO MADRID (3-5-2): Oblak; Gimenez, Witsel, Hermoso; Molina, De Paul, Koke, Saul, Reinildo; Llorente, Griezmann. All. Simeone.
