INTER MILAN NEWS

Federico Dimarco - Fires in six crosses Dimarco had six crosses, one interception and created two chances in the 0-0 draw with Genoa on Friday.

Impact In a last minute attempt to try and pull ahead of Genoa, Dimarco subbed on to apply some offensive pressure. In only seven minutes of play, he managed to log the second most crosses on his side. The midfielder's playing time has been inconsistent, but if he does make an appearance against AC Milan he will be good for a few more crosses, and hopefully an assist.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo D`Ambrosio - Locks down defense against Genoa D'Ambrosio had one shot (off target), one block, four tackles, two fouls and sustained two fouls in the 0-0 draw with Genoa on Friday.

Impact Though his squad couldn't make anything happen on offense, D'Ambrosio made big contributions to the defense. While typically an inconsistent tackler, he does have his moments where he plays very aggressively. Hopefully he can bring that fierce play to the next match against AC Milan.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hakan Calhanoglu - Fires in 11 crosses Calhanoglu had four shots (all off target), 11 crosses, one tackle, one foul, created two chances and sustained one foul in the 0-0 draw with Genoa on Friday.

Impact In an all out offensive onslaught to try and pull ahead of Genoa, Calhanoglu did everything he could to try and beat the keeper. The midfielder is always an aggressive crosser, and hopefully he will be able to find more luck in the next match against AC Milan.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Edin Dzeko - Can't connect on three shots Dzeko had three shots (two on goal), created two chances and was fouled twice in the 0-0 draw with Genoa on Friday.

Impact Though his side pushed as hard as they could on offense, they just couldn't find the net against Genoa. This is the third match in a row that Dzeko has been unable to score, and in the derby against AC Milan the pressure will be on to break that drought.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Samir Handanovic - Makes one save in clean sheet Handanovic had one save and conceded no goals in the 0-0 draw with Genoa on Friday.

Impact Coming into the match as heavy favorites, Handanovic and the rest of the squad were able to hold off Genoa without too much effort. Unfortunately, they couldn't convert any goals of their own, ending the match in a draw. Handanovic has gone five matches prior to this without getting a clean sheet, and if he wants to get another against AC Milan he will need to focus.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Vecino - Returns briefly as substitute Vecino had 4 passes with seven minutes of play in the 0-0 draw with Genoa on Friday.

Impact After missing the last three matches with a knee injury, Vecino was finally cleared to play against Genoa. Though his contribution was small, perhaps he will be ready to play more in the derby against AC Milan.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Vecino - Available off bench Vecino (knee) is on the bench for Friday's match against Genoa.

Impact Vecino was expected to return after making a full return to practice and being called up to the matchday squad. The midfielder isn't a major fantasy option and isn't worth chasing in any format.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Gosens - Return delayed Gosens (thigh) did not travel with the rest of the team to Genoa, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Gosens is about to comeback, but the coach will give him some more practices before fielding him. Ivan Perisic and Federico Dimarco will be the top options on the left wing for Inter Friday.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Matias Vecino - Should be back against Genoa Vecino (knee) was able to practice fully in the last two days, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Vecino sat out the last two matches due to knee soreness. Even if indeed available, he is only a deep bench option at this point, and Inter do not have absences in the midfield, differently from the previous two fixtures.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Gosens - Could be option against Genoa Gosens (thigh) returned to full training earlier this week and, if everything goes well in the final practice, he will be called up for Friday's match versus Genoa, coach Simone In...

Impact Gosens has not played in five months due to two consecutive thigh strains. He has completed his rehab, but the coach suggested that they will be very careful for him. Therefore, Ivan Perisic is poised to remain the starter on the left wing for a few more matches until Gosens is 100 percent. He has scored twice and posted 18 shots, five chances and five crosses in eight appearances with Atalanta this season.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joaquin Correa - Will not return versus Genoa Correa (thigh) is nearing a return, but he will not be available Friday against Genoa, coach Simone Inzaghi informed.

Impact Correa is likely to be back next week, against either Milan in Coppa Italia or versus Salernitana, the coach added. He has missed five weeks due to a thigh strain. Edin Dzeko, Lautaro Martinez and Alexis Sanchez will be the top options for Inter Friday, while Felipe Caicedo could see some minutes off the bench.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Osimhen scores late for Napoli in 1-1 draw at Cagliari

Substitute Victor Osimhen has headed in a late equalizer and Napoli drawn at Cagliari 1-1 to move within two points of the Serie A lead

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lukaku back in spotlight as struggles continue at Chelsea

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FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Samir Handanovic - Poor against Sassuolo Handanovic had three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Handanovic was imperfect on both goals, which looked pretty catchable. He has not blanked the opponents in five matches, where he has surrendered eight goals and made nine saves. Inter will face Genoa away Friday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Bastoni - Eligible for Genoa match Bastoni will be available to play Friday versus Genoa following a two-game suspension in Serie A.

Impact Bastoni had to sit out the last two matches for offending a referee after the final whistle in the Milan clash and losing the appeal. He will be back in the XI replacing Federico Dimarco in Friday's away match against Genoa. He has notched 38 tackles, 26 interceptions and 51 clearances in 28 matches, with seven clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Dimarco - Puts up numbers against Sassuolo Dimarco sent in 14 crosses (seven accurate), created five scoring chacns, drew one foul and won one of two tackles in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Dimarco filled in for Alessandro Bastoni for the second Serie A game in a row and put together an impressive stat-line thanks to his prowess on set pieces, leading his team in crosses and chances. On the other hand, he did not look great on the two Sassuolo goals, and he generally needs an absence to make the XI. He has logged 34 shots, 41 chances, 138 crosses and two goals in 23 appearances (11 starts). Inter will face Genoa away Friday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Barella - Wins eight duels versus Sassuolo Barella took two off-target shots, created one scoring chance and won two of four tackles and eight duels in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Barella worked hard in the midfield, as per usual, but he was not a major factor in the final third in this one, and his offensive output continues to be spotty. He has scored once and registered nine shots, five chances, 12 chances and four tackles in the last five tilts. Inter will face Genoa away Friday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Perisic - Imprecise versus Sassuolo Perisic took three off-target shots, sent in five crosses (one accurate), created three chances and had one interception in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Perisic logged his usual numbers in the final third, but he was wildly inaccurate both when crossing and shooting. He has scored once and added eight shots, 15 chances and 31 crosses in the last five matches. Inter will face Genoa away Friday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Creates four chances against Sassuolo Dumfries won four duels and created four scoring chances in 45 minutes in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Dumfries was used as a sub following the midweek Champions League bout, and, while he was not dominating, he came in second for chances within his team, registering a new season high. He has pulled away from Matteo Darmian in the hierarchy on the right flank, although he will occasionally be rested, at least partially. He has tallied one assist, five shots, six chances and seven crosses in the last five matches. Inter will face Genoa away Friday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hakan Calhanoglu - Swings in six crosses against Sassuolo Calhanoglu took three off-target shots, sent in six crosses (three accurate), created two scoring chances and won three duels in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Calhanoglu put up his usual numbers despite the loss, but he did not manage to lift his team in a collective off-day. He has logged an assist, four shots, 12 chances and 35 crosses in the last six matches. Inter will face Genoa away Friday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Edin Dzeko - Fires seven shots against Sassuolo Dzeko took seven shots (four on target), sent in two crosses (zero accurate), created one scoring chance and won five duels in 45 minutes in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Dzeko was brought off the bench amid some rotation, but he still wound up being the most productive Inter striker in this one, even though he did not manage to break the spell, as Andrea Consigli parried away multiple attempts on goal. He has scored twice and added 19 shots, five chances and six crosses in the last five matches. Inter will face Genoa away Friday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez - Sputters again versus Sassuolo Martinez took two shots (one on target), won three of three tackles, drew two fouls and won eight duels in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Martinez had some success only in the peripheral stats and saw his scoring slump grow to eight matches. He missed a tap-in that would have re-opened the game early in the second half. He has logged eight crosses, five chances and three crosses in the last five appearances. Inter will face Genoa away Friday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Skriniar - Pedestrian in Sassuolo loss Skriniar took two shots (one on target), had two blocks and four clearances and won four duels in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Skriniar did not stand out in this one and the backline struggled as a whole, giving up multiple goals for the third time out of the last four matches. He has recorded five tackles, three interceptions, eight clearances and four blocks in such a stretch. Inter will face Genoa away Friday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcelo Brozovic - Will return against Genoa Brozovic served his one-game suspension in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Brozovic sat out one game due to yellow-card accumulation and was sorely missed. He will be back in the XI replacing Roberto Gagliardini in Friday's away game versus Genoa. He has posted three shots, seven chances, five crosses and four tackles in the last four games.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE