Two Key Battles As Inter Milan Face Lazio At San Siro – Netherlands & Turkey Stars Could Make The Difference

La Gazzetta dello Sport has outlined the key duels that could shape tonight’s clash between Inter and Lazio at San Siro – starting with the physical battle on the flank between Denzel Dumfries and Adam Marusic and in the centre of midfield between Hakan Calhanoglu and Danilo Cataldi.

The Dutch wing-back, described as “the hammer,” via FCInterNews, will be tasked with driving Inter’s attacks down the right.

Furthermore, he will be tasked with pinning back Marusic, who remains a crucial part of Lazio’s defence.

Inter Vs Lazio – Calhanoglu & Dumfries Centre Stage In Key Battles

MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 31: Denzel Dumfries of Internazionale looks on prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Udinese Calcio at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 31, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

In midfield, the focus will fall on the tactical showdown between Hakan Calhanoglu and Danilo Cataldi.

Both players are central to their sides’ rhythm and control.

The Turkish playmaker is labelled by the paper as “the soul of Inter.”

Furthermore, he has been praised for his blend of creativity and goalscoring instinct.

At the back, Alessandro Bastoni will have to balance defence and attack.

Indeed, keeping a close eye on Gustav Isaksen while still pushing forward with his trademark overlapping runs.

With both teams boasting strength across the pitch, these individual contests could prove decisive in determining who takes home the three points.