In the past three games against Benevento, Napoli and Sampdoria, Inter haven’t conceded a single goal and just allowed five shots on goals Gazzetta dello Sport detail.
The Milan based newspaper highlights the Nerazzurri’s rediscovered defensive solidity, an essential part of their recent run of positive results. Over this period of time, Inter’s defensive record is only worse than Juventus’, who have only conceded one shot and Atalanta who have given 4 opportunities away.
Spalletti’s current defence is reminiscent of how they they started the season, conceding only one goal, against Roma, in the first four games. This comes after the complete recovery of Joao Miranda, who suffered a small muscular problem but is now back to partnering Milan Skriniar. The physical presence of the Slovak and the experience of the Brazilian, constitute for a strong foundation from which to build and reach Champions League qualification. Danilo D’Ambrosio has also often acted as a third centre-back, allowing Joao Cancelo to attack.
