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Martinez Returns! Inter Faces Roma Amidst League Woes
5 Apr
Summary
- Lautaro Martinez returns for Inter after a calf strain, partnering Marcus Thuram.
- Roma faces significant injury crisis with multiple players sidelined.
- Inter's league lead has diminished to six points after recent draws.
Inter Milan faces AS Roma with their league lead narrowed to six points, following a series of draws. The return of star striker Lautaro Martinez from a calf injury, sustained on February 18, is a significant boost for the stuttering leaders. Martinez will partner Marcus Thuram upfront.
Martinez's comeback coincides with defensive changes for Inter due to an injury to Yann Bisseck and a suspension for Carlos Augusto. Francesco Acerbi is set for a rare start in defense alongside Alessandro Bastoni. Inter's recent form, including back-to-back 1-1 draws, has allowed their rivals to close the gap.
Roma is battling a considerable injury crisis, with Wesley ruled out for a month and other key players like Paulo Dybala and Artem Dovbyk also on the treatment table. The positive news for Roma is the return of Matias Soulé, who will form a partnership with January signing Donyell Malen. Roma's previous form saw them scrape a 1-0 victory over Lecce before the international break.
