Italy Star The High Point For Strong Inter Milan Backline Vs River Plate
Alessandro Bastoni was the key figure in a watertight Inter Milan backline in their Club World Cup win over River Plate.
Today's print edition of Turin-based newspaper Tuttosport, via FCInterNews.
Inter Milan kept a priceless clean sheet against River Plate.
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Despite the Argentine giants probing for openings all match long with their pace, physicality, and some intelligent forward balls, Inter held firm around their penalty area.
This proved a key platform for Inter to book their place in the round of sixteen. They will face Brazilian team Fluminense this Monday.
Alessandro Bastoni The Key Player For Inter Milan Backline Vs River Plate
BERGAMO, ITALY – MARCH 16: Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale looks on during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and FC Internazionale at Gewiss Stadium on March 16, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by)
All of Inter's starting back three did well against River Plate, Tuttosport argue.
Matteo Darmian and Francesco Acerbi used their experience well.
But it was Alessandro Bastoni who really did more than his share in keeping the ball out of Inter's goal.
The Italian international made a sequence of outstanding challenges. These were both around his own area, and stepping into midfield to defend on the front foot.
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