Inter – Lazio: A Cynical Victory Secures Semifinal Berth (2 – 0)

Just days before a crucial title match against Napoli, Inter secured their spot in the Italian Cup semifinal. The team’s success came despite resting most of their top players, as the second lines stepped up with a serious and commendable performance. Additionally, Inzaghi took this opportunity to experiment with tactics, switching to a back-four formation for the last 30 minutes. This strategic shift could hint at what's to come in their upcoming matches. Tactical analysis and match report by Agostino Dosselli.

Inter is embarking on a crucial month that could define their season. They are set to face some of the toughest matches on Italian soil, including title clashes against Napoli and Atalanta in the next two weeks, as well as their first round of the Champions League. Given the gruelling schedule ahead, every player’s contribution is vital. However, the team continues to grapple with persistent injury woes, with a new muscular injury occurring almost weekly.

Conversely, Lazio is making steady progress this season as they vie for the fourth spot that guarantees entry into the next Champions League. The team also has an unmissable opportunity to advance deep into the Europa League, thanks to a favourable draw that placed them on the easier side of the bracket.

Ahead of their upcoming matches, Inter's manager executed a full squad rotation, giving their most frequently used players a rest. Joseph Martinez took up the goalkeeper role, with Yann Bisseck and Benjamin Pavard as the outside centre-backs, flanking former Lazio player and match captain Stefan . . .