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Pulisic and Gimenez aim for Coppa Italia final: Projected lineups for Inter vs. Milan

AC Milan and Inter Milan have different playing styles, which should make for an interesting tactical battle.
© Marco Luzzani/Getty ImagesAC Milan and Inter Milan have different playing styles, which should make for an interesting tactical battle.

The Derby della Madonnina between AC Milan and Inter Milan promises to be an electrifying duel in the semifinals of the Coppa Italia. With both teams vying for titles this season, the match on April 2, 2025, will be key to their aspirations.

Inter, the current Serie A champion, arrives in great form after prevailing in the two league duels, while Milan seeks revenge and to lean on its fans to take the lead in the first leg. With figures like Lautaro Martínez and Rafael Leão on the field, an intense and emotional clash is expected.

AC Milan faces a key moment in the season. Ruben Loftus-Cheek was hospitalized for appendicitis and will be out. Coach Sergio Conceiçao avoided speculating about his future while the team fights for European places in Serie A. Christian Pulisic returns after the Concacaf Nations League and will be key. Ruud Gullit suggested a change of course in the club due to its crisis of identity and performance. The team seeks stability amid uncertainty.

Inter Milan continues to lead in Serie A, with an advantage over Napoli and Atalanta. In the market, Nicolò Barella has received a millionaire offer from Al Hilal, although the club and the player hesitate to accept. In addition, Inter shows interest in Nico Paz, but Real Madrid has a buy-back option. On the field, the team is preparing to face AC Milan in the semifinals of the Coppa Italia. With a competitive season and transfer rumors, Inter seeks to maintain its dominance and secure titles in the coming months.

Possible lineups for Milan vs. Inter de Milan

  • AC Milan: Maignan; Theo Hernández, Thiaw, Gabbia, Walker; Leao, Musah Reijnders, Bondo, Pulisic; Giménez.
  • Inter de Milan: Sommer; Bastoni, Acerbi, Pavard; Carlos Augusto, Mkhitaryan, Çalhanoglou, Barella, Dumfries; Lautaro Martínez, Thuram.
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