INTER MILAN NEWS

Hakan Calhanoglu - Quiet against Sampdoria Calhanoglu took two shots (zero on target), sent in two crosses (one accurate), had two interceptions and drew two fouls in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Sampdoria.

Impact Calhanoglu did not match his numbers from previous outings and also squandered a major opportunity in the second half, as he was free to fire from the edge of the box, but he missed the target. He has posted one goal, one assist, eight chances created and 17 crosses in three matches. Inter will host Real Madrid in Champions League Wednesday and then Bologna Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Roberto Gagliardini - Unused sub versus Sampdoria Gagliardini (knee) did not play in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Sampdoria.

Impact Gagliardini was on the bench, but the coach preferred Arturo Vidal and Stefano Sensi as subs in the midfield. The latter sustained a potentially serious knee injury, which will likely leave an opening for Gagliardini in the next matches. Inter will host Real Madrid in Champions League Wednesday and then Bologna Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - Unused against Sampdoria Sanchez (calf) did not feature in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Sampdoria.

Impact Sanchez was available off the bench after dealing with a calf problem, but the coach made different choices. He has three strikers ahead of him in the depth chart, but the injury to Stefano Sensi potentially opens up some backup minutes. Inter will host Real Madrid in Champions League Wednesday and then Bologna Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stefano Sensi - Picks up knee injury against Sampdoria Sensi won one duel and had one clearance in 20 minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Sampdoria and bowed out late due to a right knee sprain, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Sensi came into the match dealing with a calf problem, but he suffered a different, and potentially serious, injury. The coach immediately stated that they fear a lengthy absence. He will undergo further tests in short order. Sensi is usually a backup in a pair of roles. Inter will host Real Madrid in Champions League Wednesday and then Bologna Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Higuaín scores, Crew beat Miami in first-ever meeting

Gonzalo Higuaín scored in the 16th minute and Inter Miami beat the Columbus Crew 1-0

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stefano Sensi - Bench option versus Sampdoria Sensi (calf) wil begin on the bench in Sunday's game versus Sampdoria.

Impact Sensi is available as expected, but he is not getting the start, as the coach is going with Lautaro Martinez despite his late return. That caps the minutes and appeal of Sensi. He has logged one shot, one chance and one cross in the first two matches.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - Bench option versus Sampdoria Sanchez (calf) is available for Sunday's match against Sampdoria.

Impact Sanchez is back after skipping the first two games due to a lingering calf problem. He could make an appearance off the bench in the second half, but will have to fight for minutes with Joaquin Correa and Stefano Sensi.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No Ronaldo, no wins for Juventus after losing at Napoli 2-1

No Cristiano Ronaldo

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Alexis Sanchez - Could make bench versus Sampdoria Sanchez has looked fine in practice and, depending on how the final session will go, he could be called up for Sunday's game against Sampdoria, Inter coach Simone Inzaghi announced...

Impact Sanchez has missed extended time with a calf strain, which has been hampering him since July. He has made strong strides during the break, and he could make the match-day squad list in this one. However, his role could be affected by the addition of Edin Dzeko and Joaquin Correa, while he was the third choice last year.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Roberto Gagliardini - Set to return versus Sampdoria Gagliardini (knee) will be available for Sunday's match versus Sampdoria, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Gagliardini has been training regularly for a few days after missing time earlier in the season because due to a knee sprain. He will provide some depth to the midfield, but Inter have a few options in the role.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stefano Sensi - Available against Sampdoria Sensi (calf) shook off the minor calf problem he suffered while with Italy, coach Simone Inzaghi announced.

Impact Sensi headed back early, but he was able to practice right away for his club. He has decent chances to start because Lautaro Martinez and Joaquin Correa, who are ahead of him in the depth chart, will return from Argentina only Saturday. He posted one chance created and one tackle in the first two rounds.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Bastoni - Will miss Sampdoria match Bastoni (thigh) returned from international duties with some muscle fatigue and will take further tests Monday, coach Simone Inzaghi informed.

Impact Bastoni is in danger of skipping multiple matches considering the short turnaround, depending on the severity of the issues. The coach stated that he will pick one between Danilo D'Ambrosio, Aleksandar Kolarov and Federico Dimarco to replace him.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Italy's youth on show in Serie A after Ronaldo, Lukaku exits

The departures of Cristiano Ronaldo and Romelu Lukaku from Serie A should open the way for younger players to shine in a league that has historically relied on veterans

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tifo video: Inter Milan's strong start - no Conte, no Lukaku, no problem? Inter lost their manager and top goalscorer over the summer but have opened their Serie A title defence with two wins

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Stefano Sensi - Dealing with calf issue Sensi will not take part in Wednesday's World Cup qualifier against Lithuania due to some discomfort in his calf, Il Messaggero informs.

Impact Sensi left the Italy camp and will take some tests once he will be back in Milan. He had strong chances to start Sunday versus Sampdoria due to the late returns of Lautaro Martinez and Joaquin Correa, but it will hinge on whether he will be able to recover fully.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - Resumes practicing Sanchez (calf) has trained partially with the rest of the group at the start of the week and should go into full training soon, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Sanchez has had trouble recovering from a calf problem that sidelined him in the Copa America, but he is on the verge of returning. If he avoids setbacks, he could make the squad list for Sunday's game versus Sampdoria or for one of the two coming up next week.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Shea's late goal helps Inter Miami beat Cincinnati 1-0

Brek Shea scored in the 90th minute — his first goal since May 16 — to help Inter Miami beat Cincinnati 1-0 on Saturday night

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Roberto Gagliardini - Resumes practicing fully Gagliardini (knee) trained regularly with the rest of his teammates Thursday, Il Giorno reports.

Impact Gagliardini sat out the first two matches of the season due to a knee sprain. He is on track to be back once the League resumes. However, Inter are pretty deep in the midfield and he will have to fight for backup minutes with Arturo Vidal and Matias Vecino.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Robinson leaves Chile amid possibility he might play for US

Striker Robbie Robinson left Chile’s national team hours before its World Cup qualifying match against Brazil because of uncertainty over whether the 22-year-old should instead pla...

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inter Miami, Orlando City play to 0-0 tie

Inter Miami and Orlando City played to scoreless tie, marking the first time neither team scored a goal against the other

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Samir Handanovic - Concedes once against Verona Handanovic had one accurate keeper-sweeper and gave up one goal in Friday's 3-1 win over Verona.

Impact Handanovic had a costly error in the early going, as he misplaced a pass that directly led to Ivan Ilic's goal. He was not called into action beyond that though. He kept a clean sheet last week. Inter will face Sampdoria away after the break.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan De Vrij - Wins four tackles against Verona De Vrij drew one foul, had one block and won eight duels and four of five tackles in Friday's 3-1 win over Verona.

Impact De Vrij had another stout performance, although Inter were unable to keep a clean sheet due to an early blunder by Samir Handanovic. De Vrij has logged five tackles and two clearances in the first two matches. Inter will face Sampdoria away after the break.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Perisic - Delivers four crosses against Verona Perisic sent in four crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance, had two interceptions and won two of two tackles in Friday's 3-1win over Verona.

Impact Perisic was not as productive as in the opener, but he still had a solid game and picked up stats at both ends. He might face competition from Federico Dimarco as the season progresses. Inter will host Bologna after the break.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Darmian - Provides assist against Verona Darmian created two scoring chances, had two interceptions, won four duels and picked up an assist in Friday's 3-1 win over Verona.

Impact Darmian found Joaquin Correa with a long cross after motoring down the right flank on a counter to set up the second and deciding goal of the game. He has started over Denzel Dumfries in the first two matches as the newcomer was lacking conditioning. That might change in the next few contests. Inter will face Sampdoria away after the break.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez - Scores against Verona Martinez (hip) took five shots (two on target), drew three fouls, had three interceptions and scored a goal in Friday's 3-1 win over Verona.

Impact Martinez managed to start despite a minor hip problem, decisively paced his team in shots and tied the game in the second half with a little header from point-blank range. His numbers figure to improve with Romelu Lukaku no longer in town. Inter will face Sampdoria away after the break.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE