Inter is already looking ahead to the Coppa Italia final after the convincing “appetizer” against Lazio. For Rome, Hakan Calhanoglu and Pio Esposito did not travel, while Lautaro Martinez started from the first minute and Luis Henrique was available again, coming on during the match.
The condition of Calhanoglu remains the main topic ahead of the final. As anticipated in recent days by colleagues from Sky Sport and confirmed today also by Repubblica, the presence of the Turkish midfielder appears very unlikely.
“For Inter, the final will be the last real match of the season: they will arrive at the appointment in ideal condition, despite the probable absence of Çalhanoglu. Yesterday, after Sucic left, Mkhitaryan played as playmaker and scored the third goal; on Wednesday, it will be Zielinski’s turn,” writes the newspaper.
Despite the possible absence of number 20, Cristian Chivu can still be pleased with the performance of the rest of the midfield. Zielinski was able to rest against Lazio and is expected to start in the final, while Sucic continues to show very positive signs and is also coming off a goal against the Biancocelesti.
It’s also a great moment for Mkhitaryan, once again decisive at the Olimpico and scoring for the second consecutive league match.
