Inter Milan must navigate their Serie A fixture against Como without Lautaro Martinez.
Martinez is sidelined due to another injury setback, leaving Francesco Pio Esposito to partner Marcus Thuram in attack. The match kicks off at the Stadio Sinigaglia at 19.45 UK time.
Como’s Ambitions and Line-Up Changes
Como are aiming to maintain their grip on fourth place in the league. Juventus’s victory puts pressure on Como, meaning anything less than a win will see them drop to fifth.
Manager Cesc Fabregas has altered his approach, opting for Tasos Douvikas in attack, supported by Nico Paz, Martin Baturina and Assane Diao. Sergi Roberto and Maximo Perrone will control the midfield.
Como’s starting XI is: Butez; Van der Brempt, Kempf, Diego Carlos, Valle; Sergi Roberto, Perrone; Diao, Nico Paz, Baturina; Douvikas
Inter Milan’s Team Selection and Injury Concerns
Inter Milan are looking to extend their lead at the top of Serie A to nine points over Napoli.
Yann Bisseck is also unavailable due to a muscular issue. Alessandro Bastoni, who was jeered in the previous match here, will be looking to avoid a repeat reception from the home fans.
Inter’s confirmed line-up is: Sommer; Akanji, Acerbi, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Zielinski, Dimarco; Thuram, Esposito
Previous Encounter and Team News
The two teams previously met at the Stadio Sinigaglia in the Coppa Italia semi-final on March 3. The match ended in a 0-0 draw, leaving the tie open for the second leg at San Siro on April 21.
Como have received positive news regarding injuries, with both Jacobo Ramon and Jesus Rodriguez recovering in time for the match. Only Jayden Addai remains a long-term absentee.
This is a crucial game for both teams.