Big Decisions Before the Match!

Inter Milan's head coach, Cristian Chivu, is making waves ahead of their crucial Serie A clash against Sassuolo tonight at 20:45 CET at the iconic San Siro. In a surprising move, Chivu has opted to bench team captain Lautaro Martinez in favor of youngster Francesco Pio Esposito in the frontline and to give Josep Martinez his first starting nod of the season in goal.

Both Teams Seek Redemption!

As both teams gear up for this high-stakes match, they are looking for their first significant points this season, with only three apiece so far. After a stellar 5-0 victory over Torino in their opener, Inter is eager to find their stride again following a narrow defeat to Juventus last weekend. Meanwhile, Sassuolo is riding high after snatching their first win of the season against Lazio last week.

A Shaky Goalkeeping Situation!

The choice to start Josep Martinez comes amidst scrutiny surrounding the goalkeeping department. Swiss keeper Yann Sommer faced heavy criticism after his dismal performance in the last game, where he failed to make any saves and allowed two long-range goals. Fans have been clamoring for a change, and today’s match presents the perfect opportunity for Josep to prove himself on the big stage.

Fresh Faces on the Field!

In addition to the changes in goal, summer signing Petar Sucic is back in the starting XI after an impressive early-season performance. The Croatian had been temporarily benched, but with a solid game against Ajax under his belt, he’s ready to reclaim his spot alongside key players like Hakan Calhanoglu and Nicolo Barella. Meanwhile, Pio Esposito has emerged as a reliable partner for the in-form Marcus Thuram, showcasing his talent in his Champions League debut.

Today's Starting Lineup!

Here’s how Inter Milan will face Sassuolo: **Formation: 3-5-2** Josep Martinez; Manuel Akanji, Francesco Acerbi, Carlos Augusto; Denzel Dumfries, Petar Sucic, Hakan Calhanoglu, Nicolo Barella, Federico Dimarco; Marcus Thuram, Francesco Pio Esposito. **Bench:** Sommer, Di Gennaro, De Vrij, Bisseck, Bastoni, Palacios, Darmian, Luis Henrique, Zielinski, Mkhitaryan, Frattesi, Diouf, Bonny, Lautaro.

What's at Stake?

With both teams desperately seeking consistency and momentum, this match is about much more than just three points. Will Josep Martinez rise to the occasion? Can Sassuolo continue their winning ways? Fans are on the edge of their seats as we await kickoff!