Inter Faces Relegation Threatened Verona in Serie A Showdown

MILAN, Italy — On May 3, 2025, Inter Milan finds itself juggling the pressures of a Serie A title chase and preparation for their UEFA Champions League semi-final against Barcelona as they host relegation-threatened Hellas Verona. The match is set to kick off at 20:45 CET (18:45 GMT).

Inter’s season has been turbulent, transitioning from potential Treble winners to possibly ending the campaign without a trophy. After suffering three consecutive defeats, the team managed a thrilling 3-3 draw against Barcelona in the Champions League. This result came right before their crucial second leg, prompting coach Simone Inzaghi to consider squad rotation for today’s game.

Forward Lautaro Martinez is sidelined due to injury, while Hakan Calhanoglu is serving a suspension, which adds to Inter’s lineup challenges. The coach is expected to rely on players like Joaquín Correa and Marko Arnautovic as he rests key starters.

Verona arrives in Milan with their own struggles, facing back-to-back defeats, including a significant 2-0 loss to Cagliari. They sit precariously above the relegation zone, losing ground in their battle for survival. Defensive gaps are evident, with Diego Coppola and Daniele Ghilardi unavailable due to suspensions, and Pawel Dawidowicz and Abdou Harroui also injured.

Despite their dire circumstances, Verona welcomes back Tomas Suslov and Casper Tengstedt, albeit both players are not at full fitness. The team, managed by Paolo Zanetti, will seek to secure a much-needed victory against a formidable Inter side that has historically dominated their encounters.

The stakes are high for both teams: Inter aims to reclaim their footing in the title race against Napoli, while Verona fights desperately to avoid relegation. Verona has never won at the San Siro but hopes to change their fortunes.

With the pressure mounting, today’s fixture promises to be a fierce contest, as both teams have much to gain.