With Inter Milan leading Serie A after three games, expectations are sky-high for the 2024-2025 season.
Here are five reasons to believe they could dominate the footballing landscape this year.
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Continuation of Success for Inter Milan
Inter Milan is not just continuing their form from the previous seasons; they are potentially on the cusp of even greater success. Despite not changing their squad significantly, their stable and robust lineup featuring stars like Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Alessandro Bastoni, and Lautaro Martinez is already delivering results. The addition of seasoned players like Piotr Zieliński and Mehdi Taremi for free only bolsters a squad that’s ready to challenge on all fronts.
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Historical Inspiration
This season marks the 60th anniversary of Inter’s first two Champions League titles in 1964 and 1965. Such milestones often inspire current squads, and there’s a feeling that the heroic tales of past legends like Sandro Mazzola and Giacinto Facchetti could spiritually uplift the current team. There’s also a light-hearted belief among fans that the aura of these legends could influence the current squad’s performances.
Striking Powerhouse
The striking partnership of Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram is pivotal to Inter’s attack. While Martinez continues to impress after an outstanding previous season, Thuram is quickly regaining his form, showing signs that he could replicate or even improve upon his performance from the last year. This duo’s dynamism and goal-scoring prowess make them one of the most feared in Europe.
Inzaghi’s Tactical Evolution
Simone Inzaghi, the mastermind behind Inter’s recent successes, seems to be growing alongside his team. His aggressive and passionate coaching style has translated into effective game strategies and a cohesive team unit. Each season, Inzaghi fine-tunes his approach, particularly the 3-5-2 formation that the squad now knows intimately, suggesting this season could see them reach new heights.
An Unusual Motivation
A lighter, more humorous reason to believe in Inter’s dominance includes left-wingback Federico Dimarco’s battle with impending baldness. Jokes aside, Dimarco’s performances have only improved, showing that personal challenges can sometimes translate into professional motivation. His recent performances for Italy have only added to his reputation as a key player for Inter.
Inter Milan’s blend of historical inspiration, tactical stability, and striking firepower makes them strong contenders for major honors this season. While they aim to surpass the 100-point mark in Serie A, their eyes are undoubtedly set on European glory as well. Whether driven by tactical genius, striking talent, or the unique motivations of their players, Inter Milan is a team with all the ingredients needed for a record-breaking season.
