Inter Milan, leading Serie A by seven points, faces fresh doubts as key forwards Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram, along with midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu, are sidelined with injuries and illness ahead of their match against Atalanta. This comes after a recent derby defeat and a Champions League playoff exit.
Despite these setbacks, Inter's manager Cristian Chivu remains confident, emphasizing the 30 points still available and the need for his team to remain competitive.
Atalanta also enters the match after a significant home defeat in the Champions League.
Meanwhile, AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri downplayed his team's title chances, despite winning both league derbies against Inter this season. Milan anticipates the return of striker Santiago Gimenez from injury.
Reigning champions Napoli may see relief from their injury woes, with several key players expected to return, potentially bolstering their slim Scudetto hopes. Napoli trails Inter by 11 points.
Como, defying expectations, remains in contention for a top-four Champions League spot.