Showdown at the top: Inter Milan before the most important duel in Napoli!

Showdown at the top: Inter Milan before the most important duel in Napoli!

A much-anticipated showdown is imminent: Next weekend, leaders Inter Milan host Napoli in a crucial Serie A clash. Inter lead the league by a narrow point and will be looking to keep the pressure on after they shone in the cup with an impressive 2-0 win over Lazio. Marko Arnautović, Inter's Austrian striker, who impressed with a dream goal, emphasizes: "We're going to Naples to win!" This confidence could be crucial as Napoli have struggled in recent weeks, failing to win any of their last four competitive games laola1.at reported.

Inter's form curve under coach Simone Inzaghi is pointing upwards, while the Neapolitans are under heavy pressure due to their recent results. Bumler Matsui, who returns to the starting eleven, could ensure an even stronger appearance. There is also good news for Inter: star striker Marcus Thuram is ready to play again after an injury. But the problem children are on Napoli's side: coach Antonio Conte has to replace some injured players and has little scope to respond to the problems of the last few games, which puts the team in a precarious position.

Expected lineups and challenges

With rivals for the title, including Atalanta Bergamo, also competing at the weekend, they could benefit from a loss of points between Inter and Napoli, like tuttomercatoweb.com determines. The Bergamaschi, who face the weakening Venetians, are only two points behind Napoli and desperately want to stay close to the top. The next few days could be decisive for the outcome of the Scudetto, as the top teams compete against each other and the gaps melt - a real high-voltage thriller in the Italian football league!