Inter – Fiorentina: A Victory for the Dream of Silverware (2 – 1)

Inter's victory is key to keeping the pressure on Napoli in the race for back-to-back Scudetto titles. Just four days after their last clash, Inter showed they've learned their lessons, playing with more focus and patience to find the right moments to score and secure the victory.

Tactical analysis and match report by Agostino Dosselli.

In a swift rematch, held just four days after their initial encounter was postponed due to Edoardo Bove's injury, Fiorentina decisively defeated Inter with a commanding 3-0 scoreline.

Inter's hopes of securing back-to-back Scudetto titles took a hit last week, as they managed to earn just one point from their last two matches. The team appeared fatigued during this crucial phase of the season, where they are up against some of the league's top teams. Additionally, their bench has struggled to provide the necessary support, with only one decisive goal coming from non-starters so far.

On the other hand, Fiorentina is beginning to regain their autumn form, when they secured several consecutive wins and climbed into the top four of the league. The winter transfer market has been particularly effective for them, providing the manager with much-needed reinforcements, especially in the midfield. Key additions like Fagioli, Zaniolo, and Folorounsho have bolstered the squad, aiming to maintain their momentum.

Inter made four changes compared to the previous match, all in the defensive unit. Yann Sommer stood as the goalkeeper, with Alessandro Bastoni and Benjamin Pavard as outside centre-backs, flanking Francesco Acerbi, who returned after four months, in the middle. Matteo Darmian and Carlos Augusto took on the wing-back roles . . .