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Inter Player Ratings vs Napoli: It Had to Be Lautaro

January 23, 2024 Marko Vrakela Inter, Napoli, Player Ratings, Serie A, Supercoppa

Simone Inzaghi won his fifth Supercoppa Italiana trophy as a manager as Inter snatched away a late 1-0 win against 10-man Napoli in the showpiece event on Monday. Giovanni Simeone's expulsion midway through the second half tilted the scales of an evenly-contested encounter in Nerazzurri's favor.

Napoli Player Ratings vs Inter: Simeone the Super Cup Villain

January 22, 2024 Michel Sakr Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Player Ratings, Serie A, Super Cup, Supercoppa

Walter Mazzarri's men tried to withstand the onslaught and almost managed to reach the penalty shootouts, but an added-time winner from Lautaro Martinez put their resistance to bed. So here are our player ratings for Napoli who missed out on the Supercoppa Italiana with a 0-1 defeat to Inter.

Lazio star Luis Alberto stated to have cleared the air with coach Maurizio Sarri after the two were reportedly at loggerheads for a prolonged stretch.

Lazio Player Ratings vs Inter: A Ruinous Showing in Riyadh

January 19, 2024 Davide Kociu Inter, Italian Football, Lazio, Player Ratings, Saudi Arabia, Supercoppa

The second Supercoppa semi-final took place tonight with Lazio and Inter vying to join Napoli in the final on Monday.

A carbon copy of the Supercopa de Espana, the Supercoppa Italiana has changed is long-standing format to gain more traction.

Supercoppa Italiana Preview: Serie A Heavyweights to Battle in Riyadh

January 18, 2024 Marko Vrakela Fiorentina, Inter, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Supercoppa

A carbon copy of the Supercopa de Espana, the Supercoppa Italiana has changed its long-standing format to gain more traction. The first-ever edition featuring four teams has taken the name 'EA Sports FC Supercup' for sponsorship reasons.

De Laurentiis has dismissed the idea of playing the Super Cup in the Middle East. Napoli, Fiorentina, Inter and Lazio are scheduled to play in late January.

De Laurentiis: “Makes No Sense to Play the Supercoppa in Saudi Arabia”

October 20, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

president Aurelio De Laurentiis has dismissed the idea of playing the Italian Super Cup in the Middle East. Napoli, Fiorentina, Inter and Lazio are scheduled to take on one another in late January 2024: "With the UEFA matches, Serie A, and all the national team games, when would the Super Cup be played?"

Milan’s horrible run of from extended as they lost again to Inter. However, it was not for a lack of changes as Pioli’s men lined up in a novel shape

Inter vs Milan Tactical Analysis: Pioli Woes Continue as Nerazzurri Dominate

February 6, 2023 Owen Arabia AC Milan, Inter Milan, Serie A, Super Cup, Tactical Analysis

In the second edition of the Derby della Madonnina in just three weeks, Milan’s horrible run of from extended as they lost again to bitter cross city rivals Inter. However, it was not for a lack of changes as Stefano Pioli’s men lined up in a novel shape. The question of what Milan learned from their 0-3 thrashing in Saudi Arabia would become evident quickly.

Milan vs Inter Tactical Analysis: The Dismantling of the Rossoneri

January 19, 2023 Owen Arabia AC Milan, Inter Milan, Serie A, Super Cup, Tactical Analysis

This Derby della Madonnina between Inter and Milan may have been hosted in Saudi Arabia, but the focus was on the two teams from Milan: the following tactical analysis will seek to explain how Inter were able to dominate most of the match.

Milan coach Stefano Pioli spoke to the press on the eve of the Supercoppa versus Inter in Riyadh: "We have to play well as it's a crucial bout."

Milan Player Ratings vs Inter: Rossoneri Embarrassed Themselves

January 18, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Inter, Serie A, Super Cup

Milan suffered a thumping 3-0 defeat to fierce rivals Inter in Wednesday's Supercoppa Italiana showpiece in Saudi Arabia. The reigning Serie A champions delivered a humiliating performance in their first Super Cup appearance since 2011.

Real Madrid need a top-end striker to replace Karin Benzema and had some contacts with Inter to gather intel on Lautaro Martinez.

Inter Player Ratings vs Milan: Nerazzurri Demolish Clueless Rivals

January 18, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Inter, Serie A, Super Cup

Inter swept arch-rivals Milan aside with an overwhelming 3-0 victory to win back-to-back Supercoppa Italiana titles for the first time since 2005-2006. Head coach Simone Inzaghi has won his fourth Super Cup trophy, maintaining an outrageous 100% win ratio in the showpiece event.

Inter marksman Edin Dzeko believes he has a lot more to give to Inter after becoming the second oldest player to score for the Nerazzurri in Serie A.

Milan vs Inter 0-3: Rossoneri Utterly Outclassed in Saudi Arabia

January 18, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Inter Milan, Serie A, Super Cup

Inter dismantled long-standing rivals Milan 3-0 at the King Fahd International Stadium to lift the Supercoppa Italiana trophy for the second season running. Simone Inzaghi's side dominated the match through and through and deservedly claimed a historic victory.

Saudi Arabia Boss Herve Renard: “Giroud is Exemplary”

January 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Super Cup

Saudi Arabia coach Herve Renard has praised Milan for possessing a credible and competitive squad, focusing on France legend Olivier Giroud. The French tactician leans towards Milan in the Supercoppa Italiana final.

Inter will be busy tending to numerous extensions in the coming months. Eight players in their squad are up in 2024, but four only technically.

Mkhitaryan Eager to Win First Inter Title Following Roma Exit

January 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Having signed for Inter at the start of the season, former Roma forward Henrikh Mkhitaryan is eager to get his hands on the first trophy of his Nerazzurri career as his team prepare to take on Milan in the Supercoppa Italiana final in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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