INTER MILAN NEWS

Yann Sommer - Keeps clean sheet against Atletico Madrid Sommer made no saves, had one clearance and secured a clean sheet in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Sommer didn't need to get his gloves dirty as all the attempts by Atletico Madrid, including the most threatening ones, were off the mark. He has kept four clean sheets in the last five games, making seven saves and giving up two goals. Inter will face Lecce away Sunday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Henrikh Mkhitaryan - Logs four interceptions versus Atletico Madrid Mkhitaryan drew three fouls and had one cross (zero accurate), four interceptions and two tackles (zero won) in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Mkhitaryan tended more to the defensive phase in a game where Nicolo Barella was more proactive than usual and led his team in interceptions. He hasn't contributed to a goal in five games, where he has notched 10 tackles (six won), six interceptions and five shots (zero on target). Inter will face Lecce away Sunday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Pavard - Decent versus Atletico Madrid Pavard won three duels, drew one foul and had two crosses (zero accurate) and one interception in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Pavard had a run-of-the-mill showing as his side blanked the opponents in this one. He has tallied seven tackles (four won), six interceptions and six clearances in the last five matches, with three clean sheets. He could be due for a day off having played full minutes in the past four fixtures

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan De Vrij - Posts four clearances in Atletico Madrid game De Vrij won three duels and one tackle and had clearances in Tuesday's 1-0 win against Atletico Madrid.

Impact De Vrij didn't have a particularly remarkable display but was extremely solid as his team shut down the opponents. He has contributed to three clean sheets in the last six games, notching five tackles (all won), six interceptions and eight clearances. He'll likely stay in the XI for the upcoming Lecce game even if Francesco Acerbi (calf) manages to recover.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Bastoni - Very solid in Atletico Madrid game Bastoni recorded four crosses (one accurate), three interceptions, one clearance and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Bastoni had the best performance out of any Inter defender, as they came away with a clean sheet in a challenging spot despite conceding a few chances. It's his first in a while he often subs off near the matches. He has logged 19 crosses (four accurate), seven tackles (four won) and 10 clearances in the last five games.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Dimarco - Relatively quiet against Atletico Madrid Dimarco had three crosses (one accurate), one chance created, one clearance and one corner in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Dimarco didn't have his best showing as he was often challenged by the opponents on his flank. Carlos Augusto has been perking up lately, which might lead to more rotation. He hasn't started in three of the last six games and didn't play twice. He has logged nine chances created, 24 crosses (12 accurate) and six shots (zero on target) in his past five appearances. Inter will face Lecce away Sunday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Hakan Calhanoglu - Serviceable versus Atletico Madrid Calhanoglu registered two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate), three chances created and two corners in Tuesday's 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Calhanoglu had his hands full in the midfield and wasn't as impressive in other games, but he still put together a sound stat line, especially offensively. He hasn't picked up points in the last four contests, but he has totaled seven shots (two on target), 12 chances created and 34 crosses (12 accurate). Inter will face Lecce away Sunday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Barella - Creates four chances in Atletico Madrid game Barella won three of four tackles and seven duels and recorded four crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Barella was very dynamic and was a good part of their offense, leading his team in key passes and co-pacing it in crosses. He has done more on that end lately even though he last contributed to a goal near the end of December. He has notched seven shots (two on target), eight chances created and 10 crosses (two accurate) in the last four contests.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez - Takes seven shots versus Atletico Madrid Martinez won 10 duels, drew five fouls and recorded seven shots (three on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Martinez played with a ton of physicality and energy but wasn't as clutch as usual, leaving at least a pair of good chances on the table while pacing his team in shots. On the other hand, Marko Arnauvotic pounced on the rebound and scored after one of his attempts. He has bagged two goals and logged 18 shots (eight on target), three chances created and one cross (zero accurate) in the last five matches. Inter will face Lecce away Sunday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Marko Arnautovic - Comes through versus Atletico Madrid Arnautovic drew two fouls and scored one goal to go with four shots (one on target) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Arnautovic came off the bench at halftime to replace Marcus Thuram (thigh) and had a brutal start, missing a pair of sitters, but he did eventually score on a not-so-easy tap-in in the second half, giving his team a small advantage ahead of the second leg. He'd play a lot more if the teammate missed time. He has tallied two goals, six shots (three on target), one key pass and five crosses (zero accurate) in the last five matches.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League takeaways: Inter leaves it late, PSV benefits from iffy penalty call

Here are three quick takeaways from Tuesday’s Champions League round of 16 games.

FEBRUARY 20

Arnautović helps Inter beat Atlético 1-0 in 1st leg of Champions League last 16 Marko Arnautović came off the bench to help Inter Milan to a 1-0 win over Atlético Madrid in the first leg of the Champions League round of...

FEBRUARY 20 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Arnautović helps Inter beat Atlético 1-0 in 1st leg of Champions League last 16

Marko Arnautović came off the bench to help Inter Milan to a 1-0 win over Atlético Madrid in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16

FEBRUARY 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inter Milan vs. Atlético Madrid FREE LIVE STREAM (2/20/24): Watch UEFA Champions League online | Time, TV, channel Inter Milan faces Atlético Madrid in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024 (2/20/24) at San Siro Stadium in Milan, Italy.

FEBRUARY 20 • NJ.COM

Inter Milan vs. Atletico Madrid: Free stream, TV, how to watch Champions League Champions League play continues on Tuesday afternoon, as Inter Milan squares off with Atletico Madrid.

FEBRUARY 20 • MASSLIVE.COM

Marcus Thuram - Forced off in Atletico Madrid game Thuram registered two shots (one on goal) and two chances created before exiting Wednesday's game versus Atletico Madrid due to a right adductor contracture, Inter announced.

Impact Thuram had a fine showing during his time on the pitch and was a big part of the offense, but he got hurt near the end of the first half and eventually bowed out at intermission. The club stated he'd be assessed in the coming days. They'll probably be cautious given the short turnaround before Sunday's away game versus Lecce. Marko Arnautovic delivered off the bench in relief.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli sack Mazzarri, Calzona to take over Napoli have parted ways with Walter Mazzarri and replaced him with Francesco Calzona. Mazzarri has paid the price with the Serie A champions...

FEBRUARY 19 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Francesco Acerbi - Ruled out for Atletico Madrid game Acerbi (calf) won't be available Tuesday versus Atletico Madrid, coach Simone Inzaghi informed.

Impact Acerbi will skip his second game in a row and is at risk also for the ensuing ones given the short turnarounds and because he has yet to resume training fully. Stefan de Vrij will keep anchoring the defense.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan surge back on to Champions League stage. Barcelona and Napoli look to take last chance

Kylian Mbappé, Real Madrid and Manchester City seized center stage last week and the Champions League spotlight can now turn to shine on others

FEBRUARY 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Yann Sommer - Plucks grass versus Salerntiana Sommer made no saves and secured a clean sheet in Friday's 4-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Sommer was never called into action as the opponents barely ever attacked and had no shots on goal. He has kept three clean sheets in the last four games, making seven saves and conceding two goals. Inter will host Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday and then visit Lecce next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Frattesi - Unused versus Salernitana Frattesi (thigh) didn't feature in Friday's 4-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Frattesi made the match-day squad list but wasn't 100 percent yet and wasn't risked even though a few starters came off early. He'll resume being the top deputy in the midfield in Tuesday's Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Pavard - Wins four duels versus Salernitana Pavard had one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), two tackles (two won) and one interception in Friday's 4-0 victory versus Salernitana.

Impact Pavard didn't need to rack up stats in the back but played the whole game, thus earning an easy clean sheet. He has contributed to two in the last five games, posting 10 tackles (six won), nine interceptions and 11 clearances.

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Alessandro Bastoni - Swings in seven crosses against Salernitana Bastoni registered three shots (one on goal), seven crosses (one accurate), one tackle (zero won) and two chances created in Friday's 4-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Bastoni was busier offensively than in the back since Inter completely dominated the game, but he didn't participate in any of the goals and was pulled a little early. He has scored once and tallied 16 crosses (four accurate), nine tackles (four won) and nine clearances in the last five matches.

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