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29-06-2025
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France Star To Start Inter Milan Vs Fluminense FIFA Club World Cup Clash – Italy U21 Striker Hoping To Be Back For Quarterfinals
France Star To Start Inter Milan Vs Fluminense FIFA Club World Cup Clash – Italy U21 Striker Hoping To Be Back For Quarterfinals Marcus Thuram will reportedly start for Inter Milan against Fluminense, whilst Francesco Pio Esposito is targeting a return for the quarterfinals. This according to Italian broadcaster SportMediaset, via FCInterNews. They also report that midfielder Davide Frattesi will be back fit and available for the Club World Cup round of sixteen clash. Advertisement Tomorrow's match will determine which team advances to the quarterfinal. There, they will face the winner of tomorrow's other round of sixteen match between Manchester City and Al-Hilal. Nerazzurri coach Cristian Chivu had reportedly planned to start Francesco Pio Esposito in attack once again. This after the 20-year-old's star turn against River Plate last week. Thuram To Start For Inter Vs Fluminense – Pio Esposito Targeting Return In Quarterfinals SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 25: Francesco Esposito #94 of FC Internazionale Milano celebrates scoring his team's first goal with Lautaro Martinez #10 during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and CA River Plate at Lumen Field on June 25, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by) According to SportMediaset, Pio Esposito will undergo medical tests tomorrow. However, it looks very unlikely that the 20-year-old will be available against Fluminense. Advertisement On the other hand, Mediaset report, Thuram is back. The Frenchman has made a return to full training today. Therefore, Marcus Thuram should be ready to start against Brazilian giants Fluminense. On the other hand, the hope will be that Pio Esposito will be available for the quarterfinals against Manchester City or Al-Hilal, provided Inter make it that far. Meanwhile, Mediaset report, Inter coach Chivu will also be able to count on the availability of midfielder Davide Frattesi, who is back from injury.
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29-06-2025
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Inter team news: Thuram injury boost, Pio Esposito issue, four return to Europe
Marcus Thuram has completed a full training session with the Inter squad and is available to face Fluminense, but Francesco Pio Esposito is dealing with a muscle injury, and Hakan Calhanoglu, Piotr Zielinski, Benjamin Pavard, and Yann Bisseck have returned to Europe. Inter are preparing to face Fluminense in the Club World Cup Round of 16. Date and kick-off time for Inter vs Fluminense SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 25: Francesco Esposito #94 of FC Internazionale Milano celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and CA River Plate at Lumen Field on June 25, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by) The match will take place at the Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, 15:00 (21:00 CET) on Monday, June 30. Advertisement As reported by Gazzetta, Thuram is expected to be available for the game after missing the previous two encounters with Urawa Reds and River Plate. The France striker completed a full training session with the team on Saturday. Four Inter players to miss the rest of Club World Cup MILAN, ITALY – MARCH 30: Davide Frattesi of FC Internazionale celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammate Marcus Thuram during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Udinese at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on March 30, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by) On the other hand, Pio Esposito had to undergo medical tests due to a muscle issue, so he's in doubt for the upcoming game against the Brazilian club. SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 25: Francesco Esposito #94 of FC Internazionale Milano celebrates scoring his team's first goal with Petar Sucic #8 and Lautaro Martinez #10 during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and CA River Plate at Lumen Field on June 25, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by) Inter are training at the FC Charlotte training centre, the Atrium Health Performance Park. Thuram trained alongside Davide Frattesi, while Hakan Calhanoglu, Piotr Zielinski, Benjamin Pavard and Yann Bisseck have returned to Europe as they are not expected to recover in time for any of Inter's Club World Cup games.
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27-06-2025
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Report – Inter Milan Cool Interest In Man United Star As Squad Already Taking Shape
Report – Inter Milan Cool Interest In Man United Star As Squad Already Taking Shape Inter Milan have cooled their interest in Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund, with Francesco Pio Esposito to stay and Ange-Yoan Bonny joining. This according to today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. Advertisement It's no secret that Inter Milan are interested in Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund. Since the start of the transfer window, the Nerazzurri have reportedly been sounding out a move for the Danish international. According to widespread reports, Hojlund had emerged as a top target for Inter to bolster their attacking depth with a younger striker after players like Joaquin Correa and Marko Arnautovic left. Inter Cool Rasmus Hojlund Interest As Pio Esposito To Stay & Bonny To Arrive SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 25: Francesco Esposito #94 of FC Internazionale he does. He is. It does. He is. Milano celebrates scoring his team's first goal with Lautaro Martinez #10 during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and CA River Plate at Lumen Field on June 25, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by) However, the situation has changed in Inter's attack. Firstly, the Nerazzurri are on the verge of getting a deal done for Parma striker Ange-Yoan Bonny. Advertisement Inter will make the Frenchman their third signing of the summer, after Petar Sucic and Luis Henrique. Reportedly, Inter will pay Parma a fee of €23-24 million plus add-ons for Bonny. Furthermore, and even more significantly, it looks as though Francesco Pio Esposito will be staying at Inter this summer. The 19-year-old had a breakout performance against River Plate in the Club World Cup. And this looks to have convinced Inter that he is ready to stay and make an impact next season rather than going on loan. Therefore, Inter now feel that they can count on four striker options, along with Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram. Accordingly, there would be little reason for Inter to move for a player like Rasmus Hojlund as things stand.
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26-06-2025
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Inter Milan Summer Signing Delivers Verdict On River Plate Brutality: 'Went Into Every Challenge Like It Was Their Last'
Inter Milan Summer Signing Delivers Verdict On River Plate Brutality: 'Went Into Every Challenge Like It Was Their Last' Inter Milan newcomer Petar Sucic fared impressively after coming off the bench against River Plate last night. Speaking to InterTV via FCInterNews, he offered his verdict on the intense match in Seattle. Advertisement At times, Lumen Field looked like a war zone. Indeed, River Plate players had no mercy for their counterparts in the Nerazzurri shirt. Tackles brimming with brutality and venom highlighted the Argentine team's performance on either side of halftime. However, Marcelo Gallardo's team paid the price for an over-zealous approach in the second half. Lucas Martinez Quarta and Gonzalo Montiel received red cards, paving the way for Inter's victory. On the other hand, Francesco Pio Esposito and Alessandro Bastoni scored for the Italian outfit. Petar Sucic replaced Nicolo Barella just after the hour mark and helped Inter break the deadlock. Advertisement Indeed, his assist teed up Esposito for a crucial opener in the 72nd minute. Inter Milan Summer Addition Petar Sucic Slams River Plate for Brutality SALZBURG, AUSTRIA – OCTOBER 23: Petar Sucic of GNK Dinamo is challenged by Samson Baidoo of FC Salzburg during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between FC Salzburg and GNK Dinamo at Stadion Salzburg on October 23, 2024 in Salzburg, Austria. (Photo by) 'I'm happy to have helped the team win, which is the most important thing,' said the midfielder. 'It was a very tough game because they go into every challenge like it's the last one. 'We knew they'd be very aggressive, but I think we deserved to win and we're happy.' Inter headed into the knockout draw as a seeded team after beating River Plate to the top spot in Group E. Meanwhile, the 21-year-old admits he doesn't know much about Inter's first knockout rivals Fluminense. Advertisement 'I haven't seen much of them yet, but we have time to analyse the next match,' Sucic concluded. The two sides will lock horns in the Round of 16 on Monday. Despite Fluminense's decent run in North America, Inter are huge pre-match favorites. Indeed, Chivu's charges are among the leading contenders to secure Club World Cup glory this summer.
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26-06-2025
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Inter Milan Hero In Crucial Win Vs River Plate Grateful For The Opportunity: 'Thanks To The Coach & My Teammates'
Inter Milan Hero In Crucial Win Vs River Plate Grateful For The Opportunity: 'Thanks To The Coach & My Teammates' Francesco Pio Esposito chose to stay humble after helping Inter Milan see off River Plate in their final group-stage fixture at the Club World Cup. Speaking to InterTV via FCInterNews, the 19-year-old thanked the coach and his teammates for supporting him. Advertisement An ill-tempered game at Lumen Field in Seattle saw the Argentine powerhouse pick up two red cards in the second half. Indeed, Lucas Martinez Quarta received marching orders for a cynical tackle on Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Meanwhile, Gonzalo Montiel's second booking warranted an expulsion deep into second-half stoppages. However, Inter had already had all three points in the bag. Francesco Pio Esposito scored in his first start for the Nerazzurri this summer to break the deadlock in the 72nd minute. Moreover, second-half substitute Petar Sucic chipped in with an assist to help Inter find a well-deserved opener. Advertisement Star center-back Alessandro Bastoni sealed River Plate's fate in injury time, cementing Inter's top-place finish in Group E. Francesco Pio Esposito Thrilled After Inter Milan Win vs River Plate SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 25: Francesco Esposito #94 of FC Internazionale Milano celebrates scoring his team's first goal with Lautaro Martinez #10 during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and CA River Plate at Lumen Field on June 25, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by) 'I still haven't fully realized everything,' Esposito said after the game. 'It all happened so fast. Even when I scored, it was an incredibly quick emotion. 'Then I saw who was celebrating with me, and I told myself it really happened. 'It's the second dream come true for me in these past few days. 'I'm incredibly proud and thankful to the coach for the opportunity and to my teammates for how they welcomed me. Advertisement 'These are the kinds of matches I love, where you have to battle and I can make the most of my strengths,' he added. 'With champions like this around me, I've got so many options. They always put the ball on your strong foot, and I can just reap the rewards.' Asked about the goal, Esposito replied: 'Petar made a great play, the ball came to me really fast, and I thought about an angled first touch. 'I decided to open up and it worked. Now we're ready to fight again and get through the round to win.'
