Inter Milan vs Venezia Match Preview: Predictions Team News and Lineups
Inter Milan is set to face Venezia in the Coppa Italia on Wednesday at San Siro. This match marks a key fixture for both teams as Inter looks to maintain momentum following a strong league performance.
Match Preview and Significance
Entering the Coppa Italia at the last-16 stage, Inter aims for victory after a recent resurgence, with their latest match ending in a 2-0 win against Pisa. This performance followed challenging losses to AC Milan and Atletico Madrid, where Inter struggled to secure points. Now, they are favorites to advance to the quarter-finals, where they could meet either Roma or Torino.
Inter’s Recent Performance
- Recent league win: 2-0 against Pisa
- Prior losses: AC Milan (Derby della Madonnina) and Atletico Madrid (Champions League)
- Current Serie A standing: In contention for the title, one of four teams just one point apart
Venezia’s Journey in the Cup
Venezia, the only Serie B team remaining in the tournament, aims to create an upset. They progressed past Mantova and eliminated Hellas Verona via penalties after a goalless draw. Historically, Venezia has struggled against Inter, losing 13 of their 16 encounters in Milan.
Team News and Potential Lineups
Inter Milan will likely rotate their squad due to a busy schedule. Key players such as Denzel Dumfries and Matteo Darmian are injured, while others like Luiz Henrique and Andy Diouf may see more playing time.
For Venezia, top scorer Andrea Adorante’s involvement is uncertain after a recent double against Mantova, as the team prepares to field a possibly less-than-full-strength side.
Possible Lineups
| Inter Milan | Venezia |
|---|---|
| Martinez | Stankovic |
| Bisseck, De Vrij, Augusto | Schingtienne, Korac, Sverko |
| Henrique, Diouf, Zielinski, Frattesi, Cocchi | Hainaut, Doumbia, Duncan, Busio, Haps |
| Thuram, Esposito | Yeboah, Fila |
Match Prediction
Considering their depth and recent strong form, Inter Milan is expected to secure a 3-1 victory over Venezia. The match presents an opportunity for Inter to solidify their position in the cup while giving fringe players valuable game time.
