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Inter Milan host Juventus in a crucial game in the 2020-21 Serie A at the San Siro on Sunday.
The two clubs have an array of world-class talent at their disposal. Cristiano Ronaldo, Romelu Lukaku and Lautaro Martinez are just some of the names in this regard, who could be in action on Sunday night.
This will be the 237th official edition of the famous Derby d'Italia, a fixture that never fails to disappoint.
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Juventus are in fourth place in the league table, with 33 points from 16 games, while Inter are in second place, with 40 points from 17 games. If the visitors record a win at the San Siro, they would displace the Nerazzurri in second place behind leaders AC Milan.
Considering the current form of both sides and the rich history of the fixture, an enticing game could ensue. On that note, we take a look at five players from either team who could stand out in this fixture.
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#5 Federico Chiesa (Juventus)
After a slow start to life at the Allianz Stadium, Federico Chiesa has found his groove at Juventus. Usually deployed as a wide midfielder on the right flank, Chiesa's pace and drive to get forward has been very helpful in Juventus' recent league resurgence.
The former Fiorentina star has scored four goals and assisted three in 12 league appearances, with three goals coming in the new year.
Though, all eyes will be on superstars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Romelu Lukaku, the 23-year-old midfielder could be one to watch out for in his debut season for the Bianconeri.
His impressive display against AC Milan, where he dominated the brilliant Theo Hernandez on the flanks, could come in handy against the fleet-footed Ashley Young.
#4 Achraf Hakimi (Inter Milan)
Achraf Hakimi has been in scintillating form for Inter Milan since moving to Italy from Real Madrid in the summer.
He has been one of the best wing-backs in Europe this season, scoring six times, and has five assists to his name in 23 appearances across all competitions.
One key reason why Hakimi could play a crucial role in this game is that Juventus will be without Alex Sandro, their first-choice left-back.
With Gianluca Frabotta probably filling in for the Brazilian defender, the in-form Hakimi could make the most of it.
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#3 Marcelo Brozovic (Inter Milan)
While both Juventus and Inter Milan are brimming with talent in the attacking department, midfielder Marcelo Brozovic could be the best player on the pitch on Sunday.
The Croatian international has been one of the most consistent players in the Italian top flight for a while, delivering top-notch performances for Inter Milan in this season too.
He has been involved in seven goals this term despite significantly contributing in defence. Brozovic was the architect of Inter Milan's 2-2 draw against Roma, as he provided both assists in that game.
#2 Romelu Lukaku (Inter Milan)
Inter Milan are the top-scoring side in the Italian top flight this season, with 43 goals to their namel Romelu Lukaku has been involved in more than a third of these goals.
The Belgian striker is second in the 2020-21 Capocannoniere race with 12 goals and has also provided three assists.
Lukaku has stepped up in key games for Inter Milan, the game against AS Roma being an exception.
He was the match-winner for Antonio Conte's team, as he came off the bench to score a last-minute winner for Inter Milan against Fiorentina in a Coppa Italia Round-of-16 fixture.
#1 Cristiano Ronaldo (Juventus)
Juventus have not been at their best this season. They've had a slow start to their title defence, drawing six of their 16 league games so far. Despite their indifferent displays, Cristiano Ronaldo has been in explosive form this campaign.
Ronaldo (15) is the leading goal-scorer in the 2020-21 Serie A, leading second-placed Ciro Immobile and Romelu Lukaku by three goals.
He also has two assists to his name, which takes his total goal involvements in the league this term to 17, which is roughly half of all goals scored by Juventus this term.
With Ronaldo rested for the Coppa Italia game against Genoa, he will be raring to go against Inter Milan and continue his hot scoring streak..
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