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San Siro Set for Inter's Season Premiere Against Lecce
Inter's first competitive outing of the new season will be at home against Lecce.
The reigning Italian champions will raise the curtain on their Serie A title defense on August 24th at the iconic San Siro stadium in Milan. Kickoff is scheduled for 18:45 UTC.
The Nerazzurri are odds-on favorites to retain their crown.
Coach Simone Inzaghi has bolstered his squad with a number of astute signings, including Romelu Lukaku and Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Lecce, on the other hand, will be looking to make a strong start to their first season back in the top flight after winning Serie B last season.
Inter vs. Lecce: What to Expect
A high-scoring encounter is on the cards
Inter have a wealth of attacking talent, including Lautaro MartĂnez and Nicolò Barella, while Lecce have shown they can score goals in Serie B. Expect both teams to contribute to the scoreline.
Inter will dominate possession
The Nerazzurri are known for their possession-based style of play. Expect them to control the ball and dictate the tempo of the game.
Lecce will look to hit Inter on the break
The Salentini are likely to adopt a more cautious approach, sitting back and waiting for their opportunity to counterattack.
Key Players to Watch
Inter: Romelu Lukaku
The Belgian striker has returned to Inter after a disappointing spell at Chelsea. He will be looking to make a big impact on his second debut for the club.
Lecce: Gabriel Strefezza
The Brazilian winger was one of Lecce's standout performers in Serie B last season. He will be hoping to continue his good form in the top flight.
Prediction
Inter are clear favorites to win this match. They have a stronger squad on paper and will be playing at home. Lecce will be no pushovers, however, and they could cause Inter some problems if they can stay organized and disciplined.
Overall, I predict a 2-1 win for Inter.