Italy Coach Closely Watching Two Azzurri Stars In Inter Milan Vs Juventus Serie A Showdown

Milan Derby Showcase Potential Stars For Italy World Cup Bid

Italy coach Roberto Mancini will be keeping a close eye on two of his key players when Inter Milan host Juventus in a top-of-the-table Serie A clash on Sunday.

Nicolo Barella and Alessandro Bastoni have been in impressive form for Inter this season, and Mancini will be hoping they can continue their good form ahead of the World Cup in Qatar.

Barella has been one of the standout performers in Serie A this season and has even been linked with a move to Liverpool.

The 25-year-old is a dynamic and versatile midfielder who can play in a variety of roles.

Bastoni, 23, is a left-footed center-back who has also been in excellent form for Inter this season.

He is a tall, physical defender who is good in the air and comfortable on the ball.

Both Barella and Bastoni are key players for Inter and are likely to start for Italy at the World Cup.

Mancini will be hoping that they can continue their good form and help Italy to a successful tournament.

Inter Milan vs Juventus: Team News

Inter Milan will be without injured striker Romelu Lukaku for the match against Juventus.

The Belgian has been in excellent form for Inter this season, but he is expected to be out for a few weeks with a thigh injury.

Juventus will also be without injured midfielder Paul Pogba for the match.

The Frenchman has been out for several months with a knee injury, and he is not expected to return to action until the new year.

Inter Milan vs Juventus: Key Battle

The key battle in the match between Inter Milan and Juventus will be in midfield.

Inter have a strong midfield with Barella, Marcelo Brozovic, and Hakan Calhanoglu, while Juventus have a strong midfield with Adrien Rabiot, Manuel Locatelli, and Weston McKennie.

The team that can control the midfield is likely to win the match.

Inter Milan vs Juventus: Prediction

Inter Milan are the slight favorites to win the match against Juventus.

The Nerazzurri are in good form and have a strong squad.

However, Juventus are a dangerous team and will be looking to bounce back from their defeat to Benfica in the Champions League.

The match is likely to be close, but Inter Milan are the more likely team to win.