Serie A Preview: AS Roma – Inter Milan (Part 1)
The Roma-Inter fixture is one of the most scintillating fixtures in the world football calendar. The two Football giants’ have a fierce rivalry and the match, regardless of the outcome, will be an enthralling affair.
Inter five points clear at the top
After a disappointing opening day stalemate with Bologna, the club has bounced back in style with three consecutive victories. The club was expected to struggle after Jose Mourinho’s departure but the new coach Rafa Benitez seems to have the plot under control.
Inter sold the highly talented Mario Balotelli to Barclays Premier League outfit Manchester City in the summer but young Brazilian sensation Philipe Coutinho has stepped up in his place. The devastating form of Samuel Eto’o has been the highlight for the
club so far. On current form, the forward is absolutely unstoppable. Inter visit an out of sorts Roma outfit at the Olimpico and will certainly look to extend their lead at the top of the Serie A charts.
Rome in disarray
AS Roma has made a habit of starting their season in the worst possible fashion, the club languishes in 19th spot. Roma has picked just two points from their opening 4 matches and are yet to secure a victory. On such atrocious form, facing an
in-form Inter side will be a daunting task.
Claudio Ranieri is under immense pressure following Roma’s 2 – 1 defeat to newly promoted Brescia. The coach was expected to get the boot but sporting director, Daniele Prade, has come to his rescue stating that the club has no intention of going for a managerial
change.
Francesco Totti and Daniele De Rossi are struggling with fitness and the club’s medical staff is facing a race against time in making the duo available for selection.
Team News
AS Roma
Club legend, Francesco Totti, and Il Capitano Futuro, Daniele De Rossi, missed the trip to Brescia. Their absence was severely felt as the team slumped to a humiliating defeat. The duo’s availability for the crucial tie is still in question while Riise,
Okaka and Taddei are definitely out. Philipe Mexes has landed himself a three match ban after his controversial red card against Brescia. Nicolas Burdisso will be back in the line up after serving his two match ban.
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