Internazionale vs Juventus: A clash of Italian giants
Titleholders and league leaders face off in Turin
Andrea Pirlo's Allianz Stadium welcomes Inter to Turin for a clash of Serie A's reigning champions and league leaders. Inter won their 19th title last season, 11 points clear of Atalanta, while Juventus finished a lowly fourth in Andrea Pirlo's first season in charge. Juventus has since made a strong start to the 2021/22 campaign, and victory over their old foes would see them leapfrog their rivals at the summit of Serie A. Inter will be looking to halt their rivals' momentum and lay down a marker of their own title aspirations.
Inter Milan squad problems
Inter are likely to be without several key players for the trip to Turin. Alessandro Bastoni and Joaquin Correa are both ruled out through injury. Arturo Vidal and Marcelo Brozovic are doubts, while Stefan De Vrij is suspended. Denzel Dumfries and Edin Dzeko will miss out due to COVID-19. Nevertheless, Inter will be confident of a positive result having won four and drawn one of their opening five matches. Lautaro Martinez is in fine form with four goals so far this season and will be the man Juventus must stop if they are to take all three points. Simone Inzaghi's side have also been impressive defensively, conceding just once in Serie A this season.
Juventus back on track under Allegri
Juventus have made a strong start to the new campaign under Massimiliano Allegri, who returned to the club in the summer following a two-year absence. The Bianconeri have won four and drawn one of their opening five matches. Cristiano Ronaldo has rediscovered his goalscoring touch with three goals in his last three games, while Paulo Dybala has also impressed with two goals and two assists in his last four appearances. Juventus will be looking to extend their unbeaten start to the season against Inter and send out a message that they are back as a force to be reckoned with.
Can Inter maintain their unbeaten start?
Inter have made a strong start to the season, and they will be confident of extending their unbeaten run against Juventus. However, the Bianconeri are a dangerous side, and they will be determined to get one over on their old rivals. This is a match that could have a significant impact on the Serie A title race, and it is one that should not be missed.
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