INTER MILAN NEWS

Samir Handanovic - Plucks grass versus Spezia Handanovic had no saves while keeping a clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Handanovic didn't tidy his gloves in this one as he had just 35 touches with his feet since his rearguard shut down the opponents. He had allowed one goal and made three saves in the opener. Inter will visit Lazio Friday.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Bastoni - Wins four duels against Spezia Bastoni took two shots (one on target), had one interception and won two of three tackles and four duels in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Bastoni put together the best stat-line among Inter defenders as his team pulled the strings and didn't risk much in this one. He has logged three tackles, three chances, one interception and one clearance in two appearances.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcelo Brozovic - Posts three interceptions in Spezia game Brozovic took two off-target shots, had three interceptions, won three duels and created one scoring chance in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Brozovic was highly instrumental in stopping the opponents' offense in this one, while he wasn't particularly involved in the offense. He has tallied three off-target shots, three chances, three tackles and four interceptions in two appearances.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Dimarco - Delivers ten crosses against Spezia Dimarco won three of three tackles and four duels, sent in ten crosses (three accurate) and drew one foul in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Dimarco was used on the flank over Robin Gosens in this one, but his production doesn't seem to vary much regardless of his role, as most of it stems from set pieces, which he takes care of even when he's used as a center-back. He has logged 26 crosses (seven accurate), two shots and two chances in two matches.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez - Finds target in Spezia game Martinez took our shots (two on target), created three chances, drew one foul and scored a goal in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Martinez served as the focal point of the offense in this one, paced his team in shots and chances, and broke the deadlock with a deadlock by a gorgeous low-driven shot from outside the box. He's already up to one goal, one assist, nine shots and five chances in two games. Inter will visit Lazio Friday.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hakan Calhanoglu - Scores against Spezia Calhanoglu sent in five crosses (two accurate), took two shots (one on target), created one chance and scored a goal in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Calhanoglu was much more involved than in the opener and bagged his first goal of the season with a relatively easy finish from close range. He has recorded three shots (two on target), eight crosses (three accurate) and one chance in two appearances. Inter will visit Lazio Friday.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Fires three shots versus Spezia Dumfries created one scoring chance, had one interception, won three duels and took three shots (two on target) in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Dumfries got the start in this one and was busy in the final third, but he didn't score, differently from the opener, which he decided with a last-minute goal. He has tallied six shots (three on target), one chance, four inaccurate crosses and two tackles through two games. Inter will visit Lazio Friday.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Barella - Wins two tackles against Spezia Barella took one off-target shot, sent in one inaccurate cross and won seven duels and two of three tackles in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Barella didn't have offensive touches even though Inter breezed past another lowly opponent. He was more effective in the opener. He has logged five shots (two on target), one chance, four crosses (one accurate) and three tackles in two matches. Inter will visit Lazio Friday.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Provides assist versus Spezia Lukaku took one off-target shot, created two scoring chances, won two duels and picked up an assist in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Lukaku was quiet in terms of shots, but he salvaged his day by setting up Lautaro Martinez with a great header on a long ball ahead of Inter's opening goal. He had scored in his first game back, and he's up to four shots (two on target), two chances and two inaccurate crosses in the first two outings. Inter will visit Lazio Friday.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo D`Ambrosio - Unused versus Spezia D'Ambrosio (undisclosed) didn't feature in Saturday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact D'Ambrosio was fit after a small injury, but the three starters in the back played the whole game in this one. He'll have better chances to feature when the gaffer will begin rotating the squad.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lukaku stars on return home, Inter Milan beats Spezia 3-0 Romelu Lukaku starred in his first home game for Inter Milan since returning from Chelsea

AUGUST 20, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Lukaku stars on return home, Inter Milan beats Spezia 3-0

Romelu Lukaku starred in his first home game for Inter Milan since returning from Chelsea

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Arsenal goes for 3rd win; Madrid visits Celta

Arsenal goes for a third straight win to open the Premier League when Mikel Arteta’s team visits Bournemouth

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Danilo D`Ambrosio - Available versus Spezia D'Ambrosio has recovered from the small injury that sidelined him against Lecce, coach Simone Inzaghi announced.

Impact D'Ambrosio will be an option and will provide some depth behind the starters. He featured in 23 matches last season (ten starts), logging 32 tackles, nine inteceptions, 18 clearances and 11 blocks.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Henrikh Mkhitaryan - Suffers thigh injury Mkhitaryan suffered a thigh injury in his left leg, his club announced Tuesday.

Impact Mkhitaryan is likely to miss a game or two after suffering this injury. He played for 33 minutes to open the season against Lecce on Saturday and while he's out, Roberto Gagliardini and Kristjan Asllani will be the top backups in the midfield.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sanchez makes debut for Marseille in a 1-1 draw at Brest

Alexis Sanchez made his French league debut for Marseille but the veteran forward was unable to make a decisive impact in a 1-1 draw at Brest

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pozuelo's brace sparks Inter Miami to 3-2 win over NYCFC

Alejandro Pozuelo scored his first two goals of the season, including the match-winner in the 84th minute, and Inter Miami rallied to beat New York City FC 3-2

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Samir Handanovic - Concedes once against Lecce Handanovic had three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win over Lecce.

Impact Handanovic couldn't catch a cross-shot by Assan Ceesay but had a neat outing overall. He's going to retain his starting job at first, but Andre Onana will eventually put pressure on him. He allowed 30 goals, made 96 saves and kept 15 clean sheets last season. Inter will face Spezia at home Saturday.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Darmian - Sets up teammate against Lecce Darmian created three scoring chances, won two of three tackles and seven duels and provided an assist in Saturday's 2-1 win over Lecce.

Impact Darmian set the table for the early Romelu Lukaku goal with a sweet cross after powering down the flank. He got the nod over Denzel Dumfries in this one, and the two are set to alternate throughout the season. He will also occasionally see minutes on the left lank. He tallied two goals, one assist, 21 chance and 37 crosses (12 accurate) in 25 appearances last season.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Dimarco - Provides secondary assist in Lecce game Dimarco sent in 16 crosses (four on target), drew three fouls, created one chance and picked up a secondary assist in Saturday's 2-1 win over Lecce.

Impact Dimarco was surprisingly picked over Alessandro Bastoni in the back, and had a strong volume, although he wasn't super precise. He came through in the clutch, finding Lautaro Martinez with a corner kick, which eventually led to the late game-winner. He will not be a full-time starter this year either, but he tends to produce whenever he's given the chance thanks to his prowess on set pieces.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Skriniar - Logs three interceptions against Lecce Skriniar had three interceptions and two clearances, won three duels and drew one foul in Saturday's 2-1 win over Lecce.

Impact Skriniar was solid as usual, but it wasn't enough to come away with a clean sheet in this one. He registered 47 tackles, 25 interceptions, 88 clearances and 25 blocks in 35 matches last season, baking the opponents 12 times.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez - Credited with assist in Lecce game Martinez took five shots (one on target), created two scoring chances, drew one foul and picked up an assist in Saturday's 2-1 win over Lecce.

Impact Martinez was instrumental in the late game-winner as his header on a corner kick found Denzel Dumfries, who tapped it in. He didn't have great aim in this one, and the return of Romelu Lukaku might put a cap on his chances. He notched 21 goals, three assists, 118 shots (53 on target) and 28 chances last season. Inter will face Spezia at home Saturday.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hakan Calhanoglu - Silent versus Lecce Calhanoglu took one shot on target, sent in three crosses (one accurate), drew three fouls and won four duels in Saturday's 2-1 win over Lecce.

Impact Calhanoglu didn't have a great performance, also because Federico Dimarco was more effective than him on set pieces and had higher volume. He posted seven goals, 12 assists, 88 chances and 196 crosses (72 accurate) last season, but he's not the most consistent player. Inter will face Spezia at home Saturday.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Scores late game winner against Lecce Dumfries took three shots (one on target), sent in three inaccurate crosses, drew one foul and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-1 win over Lecce.

Impact Dumfries bundled it over the line following a corner kick to win it at the buzzer. He was used off the bench but still put up his usual offensive numbers, on top of scoring. He logged five goals, four assists, 38 shots (18 on target) and 28 chances in 33 appearances last season. Inter will face Spezia at home Saturday.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Barella - Fires four shots versus Inter Barella sent in three crosses (one accurate), drew three fouls, took four shots (two on target) and won seven duels in Saturday's 2-1 win over Inter.

Impact Barella had a strong showing on both ends, as he's one to do, and challenged the opposing goalie with a pair of robust attempts from distance. He registered three goals, 12 assists, 68 shots (13 on target) and 64 chances in 36 Serie games last season. Inter will face Spezia at home Saturday.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE