Inter Milan coach Christian Chivu decided to start Francesco Pio Esposito and Petar Sucic against Pisa as the Nerazzurri continue their difficult schedule in the 22nd round of Serie A.
Serie A kicks off tonight at the San Siro at 20:45 CET on Friday night and the official lineup has been announced.
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Inter return to action just days after a thrilling Champions League clash against Arsenal.
Leg heaviness continues to be an issue, especially with games being moved forward due to the San Siro hosting the Winter Olympics.
Chivu therefore faces another delicate balancing act as he looks to protect Inter’s position at the top of the table while controlling fatigue.
Inter Milan vs Pisa – Pio Esposito confirms attack
PISA, ITALY – NOVEMBER 30: Pio Esposito of Inter Milan greets the fans after the Serie A match between Pisa SC and Inter Milan at the Garibaldi Arena on November 30, 2025 in Pisa, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)
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Chivu shows confidence again Francisco Pio Esposito.
The young striker came into the game in fine form and after his recent performances, he is ready to lead the way again.
As a result, Esposito and Lautaro Martinez.
Esposito won a civil war with Ange Euan Bonny for the offensive spot.
That partnership has paid dividends so far this season and Chivu will be hoping to have a similar impact tonight.
Inter Milan vs Pisa – Defense and Midfield Rotations
MILAN, ITALY – NOVEMBER 9: Inter Milan’s Jan Aurel Bicek watches the Serie A match between Inter Milan and Lazio FC at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on November 9, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzani/Getty Images)
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As expected, Jan Bisek Returned to the starting lineup after missing the game against Arsenal.
He formed a back three alongside Stefan de Vrij and Alessandro Bastoni.
However, energy levels remain under close review. While Lautaro Martinez and Alessandro Bastoni both started, Chivu had alternatives ready if needed.
Federico DiMarco, Marcus Thuram and Angie Bonny provide new options on the bench.
In the midfield, Henrikh Mkhitaryan Return to the lineup for added control and experience. He joins Piotr Zielinski and Petar Sucic.
With Hakan Calhanoglu out injured, the Polish star is likely to take on the role of playmaker in the backcourt. Nicolo Barrera has been rested.
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Meanwhile, Luis Enrique and Carlos Augusto operate on the flanks, providing width and support at both stages. Yann Sommer started and the goal was no surprise.
Inter Milan vs Pisa – Official starting line-up: Pio Esposito and Sucic Start
MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 20: Petar Sucic of Inter Milan celebrates his team’s first goal during the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League league stage MD7 match between Inter Milan and Arsenal at San Siro Stadium on January 20, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Carl Lessing/Getty Images)
Inter Milan (3-5-2): Summer; Bisek, De Vrij, Bastoni; Luis Enrique, Susic, Zielinski, Mkhitaryan, Carlos Augusto; Esposito, Lautaro.
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bench: Martinez, Tajo, Acerby, Akanji, DiMarco, Damian, Corky, Bovo, Barrera, Fratesi, Diouf, Bonnie, Thuram.
coach: Chivu.
pause: No one.
Injured and unable to play: Di Gennaro, Palacios, Dumfries, Calhanoglu.
Inter Milan (3-5-2): Skafte; Calabresi, Caracciolo, Canestrelli; Touré, Marin, Abisher, Piccinini, Angori; Tramoni, Mestre.
bench: Semper, Nicolas, Coppola, Bozhinov, Mbaby, Hojholt, Loyola, Akinsamiro, Esteves, Leiris, Lorraine, Moreo, Buffon, Durosinmi.
coach: Gilardino.
pause: No one.
Injured and unable to play: Cuadrado, Albiol, Lusuardi, Denon, Stens, Ural.