An opportunity not to be missed. Lazio-Inter (20.45 pm) is like a final and the discussion, albeit with different perspectives, is valid for both teams. The biancocelesti have the possibility of recovering second place, the nerazzurri of conquering a Europa League placement. The importance of the stake should make us experience a beautiful and vibrant match: a draw, in fact, would satisfy no one. “It's a game to be won – Mancini confirmed in the press conference. – Lazio had a wonderful season, we could reach a European goal. We're fighting for fifth or sixth place, there's no shortage of motivation." The coach from Jesi is charged and concentrated, not at all affected by the UEFA fine. The sanctions from Nyon (fine, reduction of the squad and obligation to balance the budget within two years) could complicate the future project, especially in terms of the transfer market. “It's not like that, nothing changes for us – replied Mancini. – Our goal is to return to the highest levels, it will be essential to build a Champions League team: only in this way will we be able to increase revenues and fix the balance sheet". In the meantime, however, there is a European placing to be conquered, a difficult undertaking given that, in front, there will be a highly motivated Lazio.
“We have the qualities to beat Inter – explained Pioli. – It will be a difficult match but for us it is like a final. Our supporters will give us a further push, if we want to get to the Champions League we will need performances of the same level”. The Biancoceleste coach recovers Biglia but has to postpone De Vrij's return again. Nothing to do for Lulic either, struggling with a calf problem, only bench for Gentiletti, close to returning after the long break. Against Inter it will be 4-2-3-1 with Marchetti in goal, Basta, Ciani, Mauricio and Radu in defence, Parolo and Biglia in midfield, Candreva, Mauri and Felipe Anderson in the trocar, Klose in attack. Compared to the match with Chievo, drawn with a sad 0-0, Mancini will change some men. Out Ranocchia and Brozovic, in Felipe and Gnoukouri. In defense, in addition to the Brazilian ex Parma, D'Ambrosio, Vidic and Juan Jesus will play, while in midfield Medel and Guarin will accompany the young Ivorian. Up front, however, nothing will change: the Hernanes-Palacio-Icardi trident is highly confirmed, with Shaqiri and Kovacic on the umpteenth bench. Up for grabs is Europe, a fundamental goal for Lazio and Inter. The train is about to pass, we just have to see who will be able to get on it.
