Sat Mar 01 17:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Thuram and Bisseck Start for Inter in Crucial Serie A Showdown Against Napoli

**Milan, Italy** – Inter Milan faces a pivotal Serie A clash against league leaders Napoli tonight at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The match, kicking off at 6 PM CET, sees Inter just one point ahead of their rivals, making it a de facto title decider.

Inter manager Simone Inzaghi has opted for a strong starting XI, including the return of striker Marcus Thuram, who has recovered from an ankle injury that sidelined him for the past two matches. Thuram will partner Lautaro Martinez in attack. Another key inclusion is defender Yann Bisseck, starting at right-back in place of Benjamin Pavard. Josep Martinez will continue in goal due to Yann Sommer’s thumb injury.

The starting lineup sees the usual midfield trio of Mkhitaryan, Calhanoglu, and Barella, while injury concerns have limited wing-back options to Dimarco and Dumfries.

**Inter’s starting XI (3-5-2):** Josep Martinez; Yann Bisseck, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni; Denzel Dumfries, Nicolo Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Federico Dimarco; Marcus Thuram, Lautaro Martinez.

Napoli’s lineup features several key players, including Victor Osimhen, and will be looking to capitalize on any Inter weaknesses. The match is sure to be a closely fought encounter with significant implications for the Serie A title race. Post-match reaction varied widely, with some praising a hard-fought point against a strong Napoli side, while others criticized Inter’s performance and tactical decisions. Concerns were raised about the team’s fitness and the potential need for strengthening during the next transfer window.

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