In a surprising turn of events, both Marcus Thuram and Benjamin Pavard have reported for duty at Inter Milan earlier than expected. The duo was originally scheduled to return on August 3 after participating in the European Championship, but they have rejoined their teammates two days ahead of schedule. This early return is a clear indication of their determination to contribute to the team’s successes.
Currently, the only players still absent are Stefan de Vrij, Denzel Dumfries, and Lautaro Martinez, who are expected back between August 3 and August 7. Additionally, Valentin Carboni is nearing a move to Marseille, which adds to the ongoing changes within the squad.
Tomorrow, Inter will face Pisa in what will be their fourth friendly match of the year, scheduled for 19:30 local time at the Arena Garibaldi. Interestingly, the Tuscan club is managed by Filippo Inzaghi, which sets the stage for a familial rivalry. This matchup will mark the second friendly encounter between the two; the last was during the Reggina-Inter game in 2022. Historically, they have faced each other in various competitive fixtures, with Filippo Inzaghi yet to secure a win against Inter.
Heading into the match against Pisa, Inter boasts an impressive record with three friendly victories under their belt: a 3-2 win against Lugano, a 2-1 victory over Pergolettese, and a commanding 3-0 result against Las Palmas. Key players, including goalkeeper Yann Sommer and midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu, are also back in training and expected to see some playtime.
However, there will be a notable absence in attack as top summer scorer Mehdi Taremi will miss the match due to a minor hamstring injury sustained during training. This opens the door for other forwards such as Joaquín Correa, who has started in the last three friendlies, and Marko Arnautovic, whose future with the club remains uncertain. Overall, Inter is gearing up for a competitive stretch as they prepare for the upcoming season.