Feb 8 • 08:25 UTC 🇮🇹 Italy Il Giornale

Towards the direct challenge

The upcoming match between Inter and Juventus on Valentine's Day is highly anticipated, with both teams preparing after their respective matches today against Sassuolo and Lazio.

The article discusses the upcoming match between Inter and Juventus scheduled for Valentine's Day at a stadium that is viewed as a universal jewel, yet is facing demolition soon. Inter and Juventus both played their quarter-finals in the Coppa Italia with different outcomes, and they now have a week to prepare for this highly anticipated clash. However, before this direct competition, they need to focus on their immediate tasks, with Inter facing Sassuolo and Juventus playing against Lazio today. The historical context highlights that Sassuolo has previously managed to defeat Inter, who were the defending champions at the time, but it seems more challenging this year given Inter's strong performance in recent matches.

For today's game, Inter's coach Chivu is set to make significant changes to the lineup, featuring the main squad as they aim to maintain their winning streak. The focus also falls on players like Esposito, who is a continuous threat to the opposing defense, emphasizing the importance of this match for establishing dominance in Italian football. With both clubs in a critical phase of the season, their results today will set the tone for the upcoming showdown on Valentine's Day, positioning it as a crucial moment in their respective campaigns in both domestic leagues and cup competitions.

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