Exciting Lineup Announcement: Bonny Joins Lautaro in Roma vs Inter Milan Showdown
In a highly anticipated Serie A match, Inter Milan will face Roma tonight at the Stadio Olimpico. Matchday 7 kicks off at 20:45 local time, or 19:45 BST. Inter is on a remarkable winning streak, having secured victories in their last five matches across all competitions, including both Serie A and the Champions League.
Bonny Partners Lautaro Against Roma
Inter head coach Cristian Chivu has retained Ange-Yoan Bonny in the starting lineup. The young French striker, aged 20, impressed in recent performances and will be partnering with team captain Lautaro Martinez. Bonny’s three assists in the recent match against Cremonese showcase his growing influence on the field.
Team Dynamics and Strategy
Chivu has opted for consistency, maintaining the successful team structure used in recent games. The squad boasts a nearly complete roster, with only Marcus Thuram unavailable due to recovery from a muscle injury. Thuram is expected to return for the upcoming match against Napoli.
- Key Players for Inter Milan:
- Lautaro Martinez: Captain and key scorer.
- Ange-Yoan Bonny: Starting striker with recent strong performances.
- Yann Sommer: Goalkeeper providing stability.
Alongside Sommer, the defense features a back three consisting of Manuel Akanji, Francesco Acerbi, and Alessandro Bastoni. The midfield trio includes Nicolo Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Henrikh Mkhitaryan, all tasked with controlling the game. Denzel Dumfries and Federico Dimarco will occupy the flanks, offering width and support in both defense and attack.
Roma’s Resilience and Home Advantage
Roma, under coach Gian Piero Gasperini, is unbeaten at home this season and has the best defensive record in the league. They will aim to exploit any defensive lapses from Inter’s side with their potent counter-attacking style.
- Official Starting Lineups:
| Inter Milan (3-5-2) | Roma (3-4-2-1) |
|---|---|
| Yann Sommer | Svilar |
| Akanji | Hermoso |
| Acerbi | Mancini |
| Bastoni | Ndicka |
| Dumfries | Wesley |
| Barella | Koné |
| Calhanoglu | Cristante |
| Mkhitaryan | Celik |
| Dimarco | Soulé |
| Lautaro Martinez | Pellegrini |
| Bonny | Dybala |
Both teams look to capitalize on their respective strengths. Inter aims to continue its winning streak, while Roma will seek to assert its home dominance. The showdown promises to be an intense match, showcasing two of Serie A’s top teams.
