Inter Milan v Lazio: preview

Nerazzurri host the Aquile

The Nerazzurri are back in action on Sunday evening against Lazio in Serie A.

After a strong start to the season, Inter were held to a 1-1 draw by Sassuolo on Wednesday, while Lazio lost 2-0 away to Napoli.

Inter will be looking to get back to winning ways and strengthen their position at the top of the table, while Lazio will be hoping to bounce back from their defeat and move into the top four.

Team news

Inter are likely to be without Romelu Lukaku, who is still recovering from a thigh injury, while Joaquin Correa is also a doubt. Marcelo Brozovic is suspended.

Lazio are without Ciro Immobile, who is out with a knee injury. Pedro is also a doubt, while Mattia Zaccagni is suspended.

What to expect

Inter are the clear favourites for this match, but Lazio are a dangerous team and will be looking to cause an upset.

Inter will be looking to control the game with their possession-based style of play, while Lazio will be looking to hit them on the counter-attack.

It should be a close match, but Inter will be confident of getting the three points.

Key players

• Inter: Lautaro Martinez, Nicolo Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu
• Lazio: Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, Luis Alberto, Mattia Zaccagni

Prediction

Inter to win 2-1