"Starting with the hosts, while Inter Milan might have marked their return from November's international break with consecutive defeats, it appears that was just a minor blip for the reigning Italian champions. Last seen over the weekend putting in a dominant display as they stormed their way to an empathic 4-0 romp at home against Como, Cristian Chivu's men will be dreaming of a repeat performance here."
"Extending on their Coppa Italia adventure last week as they secured a 5-1 victory against Venezia, the Nerazzurri have won each of their previous three domestic appearances by an aggregate score of 11-1. Really finding a clinical edge in the final third, Inter Milan have also won seven of their last nine showdowns across all competitions. Likewise, putting 12 points on the board from their first five Champions League showdowns, Chivu's side will be smelling the chance to claim a heavyweight European scalp here."
"Not featuring over the past month and still dealing with a recent ankle issue, Inter Milan are once again expected to be without Dutch defender Denzel Dumfries this weekend. Likewise, former Manchester United youngster Matteo Darmian remains on the sidelines with a muscle injury. Opening the scoring against Como on Saturday and also bagging four goals in as many Champions League appearances, skipper Lautaro Martinez will play a leading role in attack."
Inter Milan have recovered from a brief post-international break dip, producing dominant wins including 4-0 against Como and 5-1 against Venezia and outscoring opponents 11-1 across three domestic matches. The side has won seven of their last nine fixtures and earned 12 points from five Champions League games. Lautaro Martinez opened the scoring against Como and has four Champions League goals, while Manuel Akanji will start at the heart of defence after joining on loan from Manchester City. Denzel Dumfries and Matteo Darmian remain sidelined with ankle and muscle issues. Liverpool travel to the San Siro amid an ongoing crisis for their Champions League fixture.
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