Inter Milan hosts Como at San Siro in a Serie A match where they need a win to get closer to the top of the table. The match kicks off at 17:00 GMT (18:00 CET).
Without Lautaro Martínez, Simone Inzaghi’s team turns to Marcus Thuram and Pio Esposito to lead the attack. Como, currently in fifth place, is seeking a victory that could propel them into third position.
## Two teams boosted by Champions League success
Both teams come into the match with high morale following victories in the Champions League. Inter defeated Feyenoord 3-0, while Como achieved a historic win by beating Lens 9-1, the largest away victory in the competition’s history.
This current form could influence the teams’ performances, particularly Inter, who are looking to bounce back from a 3-1 defeat in the Derby della Madonnina against Milan in the previous round.
## Absences and options for the match
Inter could welcome back Alessandro Bastoni, who returns after serving a suspension. Curtis Jones and John Stones are also available, although they are expected to start on the bench.
Captain Lautaro Martínez, the team’s top scorer, and Luis Henrique remain sidelined due to injury. With a solid defense and the duo of Thuram and Esposito up front, Inter hopes to secure all three points at home.
Como has a longer list of absences, which includes Moise Kean, Jesus Rodriguez, and Trevoh Chalobah. The team managed by Cesc Fabregas is once again counting on Tasos Douvikas, Nico Paz, and Lucas Da Cunha in attack.
Martin Baturina returns to the starting eleven after a strong performance off the bench in the last match. Robert Sanchez has been preferred to Jean Butez in goal.
The result could have repercussions for both teams. Inter is looking to return to winning ways, while Como seeks to extend their winning streak.
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