The Serie A calendar heats up this weekend, with two significant matches scheduled for December 28, 2023, promising excitement and tension for football fans.
First up, Inter Milan travels to Cagliari for what is expected to be a fierce contest at the Sardegna Arena. Currently sitting at third place with 37 points, Inter is just three points shy of league leaders Atalanta, who will also be playing on the same day. The Nerazzurri, managed by Simone Inzaghi, aim to bolster their title challenge as they also have a game in hand against Fiorentina.
Cagliari, on the other hand, finds itself at the bottom of the Serie A table with only 14 points, highlighting their desperate need for points to escape the relegation zone. Under coach Nicola, they will field their defensive 4-2-3-1 formation, including players like goalkeeper Sherri and striker Piccoli.
The lineups for Cagliari vs. Inter present the following: Cagliari: Sherri; Zappa, Mina, Luperto, Augello; Makoumbou, Adopo; Zortea, Gaetano, Deiola; Piccoli. Inter: Sommer; Bisseck, de Vrij, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Thuram, Lautaro.
This match kicks off at 18:00 CET and will be broadcast live exclusively on Dazn, ensuring fans can catch every moment of the action.
Later on the same day, Lazio will host Atalanta at the iconic Olimpico Stadium, offering yet another thrilling matchup. Aiming for Champions League qualification, Lazio's performance is pivotal, particularly after their recent victory over Lecce. Coach Baroni’s squad boasts talent such as star midfielder Guendouzi and forward Zaccagni.
Atalanta, known for their attacking prowess, will also be eager to maintain their top spot and fend off their competition. Coach Gasperini will field his designated 3-4-2-1 formation featuring key players like Lookman and Pasalic.
The anticipated lineups for Lazio vs. Atalanta include: Lazio: Provedel; Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Tavares; Guendouzi, Rovella; Isaksen, Dia, Zaccagni; Castellanos. Atalanta: Carnesecchi; Kossounou, Hien, Kolasinac; Bellanova, Ederson, de Roon, Ruggeri; De Ketelaere, Pasalic; Lookman.
Kickoff for the Lazio vs. Atalanta match is set for 20:45 CET, and it will be available for viewing on Sky Sport and Dazn, including streaming options through NOW and the SkyGo app.
Both matches are pivotal not just for the standings but also for the morale of the teams involved. With the stakes high, fans can expect competitive energy reflected on the pitch, showcasing the best of Italian football this December.
