Inter Milan will take on Sparta Prague in a high-stakes UEFA Champions League game without the injured Francesco Acerbi.
FCInterNews revealed exclusive footage of Acerbi leaving the Bper Training Centre in Appiano Gentile ahead of Inter’s training today.
Simone Inzaghi’s men have begun preparations for tomorrow’s must-win clash in Prague.
Even without Hakan Calhanoglu and Yann Bisseck, the Serie A giants are hot favorites to take home three points.
With only a point separating Inter from ninth-placed Borussia Dortmund ahead of the kickoff, there’s no margin for error.
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However, Inzaghi’s side must defy a defensive emergency to return from Prague victorious.
Indeed, Acerbi’s absence leaves the Scudetto-winning manager short of options at the back.
Stefan de Vrij will probably fill the ex-Lazio defender’s shoes.
Meanwhile, Benjamin Pavard will likely start on the right after recovering from a long-term injury.
Alessandro Bastoni enjoyed a much-needed rest in Sunday’s 3-1 home league win against Empoli.
Therefore, he’ll regain his starting berth on the left.
However, barring Carlos Augusto, Inzaghi will not have reliable defensive alternatives on Wednesday.
Hopefully, Inter will return from the Czech Republic on a winning note and without fresh injury concerns.