Though it is too early to say if this meeting was a passing of the baton, the symbolic state of this result was transparent. The Scudetto holders have lost their swagger— even if remnants of their old selves are present— while the league leaders slowly showcased how they were the superiors. Tactical analysis and match […]
Only two points separated the league leaders from their hosts in second, as Internazionale visited Juventus in a Derby D’Italia that many thought would lay down an early marker in the burgeoning title race. A stalemate was probably what should have been expected from two teams with near-identical records. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
Both teams entered this fixture with expectations to cement. Atalanta Bergamo needs to compete with the big dogs and Internazionale needs to maintain the most dangerous bite. In even circumstances, Inter were finally able to sink their teeth through their opponents’ defense. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. In a frantic, free-scoring Serie […]
As the first few passing patterns emerged, Stefano Pioli appeared to make a big tactical gamble. Davide Calabria kept his inverted position and AC Milan deployed the box midfield against Internazionale. The result was a dysfunctional performance as Inter brutalized Milan in a way not seen in many years. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
At last, Manchester City has its hands on the one competition that eluded them. Pep Guardiola still gambled in the process, against a unorthodox Internazionale team that created a difficult game. Eventually, the solution was found. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. We decided to make this article free to read. If you […]
One week before the Champions League final, Internazionale had a final opportunity to rehearse their methods. Torino laid the perfect ground for them to execute, but when the hosts adapted in the second half, where Inter able to cope that well? Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Battles aren’t won on the battlefield […]
Enjoying a brilliant final part of the season, Inter sprinted off the blocks with thunderous power, scoring twice in the opening three minutes and setting the tone in a decisive match to secure a top-four spot. Atalanta rallied back in their usual attacking fashion but ultimately left too much space behind their defensive line which […]
It was time for the first of two big finals at the end of the season for Fiorentina and Inter. On Wednesday night, the latter defended their Coppa Italia crown against the Europa Conference League finalists, having also qualified for the Champions League final themselves. They did emerge successful, but without producing the best of […]
Europe’s attention turned to San Siro for the second time in the week, as the second leg of the Champions League semifinal between Inter and Milan headlined Tuesday night’s action. The designated hosts were in a commanding position having come away with a two goal lead from the first leg, which enabled them to comfortably […]
This match can really be divided into three parts – the frenetic opening, the slow middle game and the ever so slightly more exciting ending after Milan switched their in-possession system. Clearly, Pioli’s side lost it at the start, when they really felt the absence of Leão, who would have thrived in a transition-based game. […]