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Inter Milan Coach Sends Clear Message: “Next Two Months Decisive, We’re Used To Pressure, Zielinski & Frattesi Will Help Us”
Inter Milan Coach Sends Clear Message: “Next Two Months Decisive, We’re Used To Pressure, Zielinski & Frattesi Will Help Us” Simone Inzaghi feels that Inter Milan are used to dealing with pressure, and that midfielder Piotr Zielinski and Davide Frattesi will help the team.
The Nerazzurri coach spoke to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInterNews, ahead of today’s Serie A match against Lecce. He also anticipated the next couple months will be “decisive.”
Inter take on Lecce in Serie A this evening.
But this evening’s match is only one of many worries for the Nerazzurri.
On Wednesday, Inter face Monaco in the Champions League.
That match will be the Nerazzurri’s last one in the “league phase” of the competition. It could be decisive for qualifying directly for the round of sixteen.
Then, next weekend, Inter take on city rivals AC Milan in the second league derby of the season.
The Rossoneri have already beaten Inter twice this season, in Serie A and in the Supercoppa Italiana. So there will be a real desire for revenge.
And then there is the matter of the title race against Napoli. The Partenopei have won crunch clashes with Atalanta and Juventus recently – making clear the scale of Inter’s task keeping up at the top.
Inzaghi: “Inter Used To Dealing With Pressure, Zielinski & Frattesi Will Help The Team”
Of this evening’s match against Lecce, Inzaghi said that “We know we’re up against a team in good form.”
“In their last six home matches, Lazio are the only team they’ve lost to. And that was in the last few minutes.”
MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 19: Simone Inzaghi, Head Coach of FC Internazionale, looks on prior to the Coppa Italia, Round of 16 match between FC Internazionale and Udinese Calcio at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on December 19, 2024 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) “We’ve prepare for it at our best,” the Inter coach said.
And Inzaghi also gave his thoughts on midfielders Davide Frattesi and Piotr Zielinski. Both start this evening.
“We know them,” he said. “They both played in the closing stages of Wednesday’s match.”
“They showed that they want to be there at all costs,” the Inter coach said.
And of the pressure of the title race, Inzaghi made insisted that “We’ve been doing this for many years now.”
“Last season there was Juventus,” he added. “We’re used to it.”
“They’re all doing a great job,” Inzaghi said of Inter’s title rivals. “As with us.”
“We know that February and March will be the decisive months for everything.”
Inter Milan Coach Sends Clear Message: “Next Two Months Decisive, We’re Used To Pressure, Zielinski & Frattesi Will Help Us”Inter Milan’s head coach has delivered a clear message to fans and pundits alike as the team heads into a crucial period in their season. With the next two months being decisive in their pursuit of silverware, the coach emphasized the team’s ability to handle pressure and expressed confidence in the impact of new signings Zielinski and Frattesi.
Speaking to reporters, the coach stated, “We are no strangers to pressure and we are ready to rise to the occasion in the coming months. Our focus is on delivering our best performances and achieving our goals.”
The coach also spoke highly of Zielinski and Frattesi, two new additions to the squad who are expected to make a significant impact. “Zielinski and Frattesi bring quality and depth to our squad, and we believe they will play a crucial role in helping us achieve success this season,” the coach added.
With a strong squad and a determined mindset, Inter Milan is poised to navigate through the upcoming challenges and strive for victory in the weeks ahead. Fans can expect an exciting and competitive performance from the team as they push towards their objectives.
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Nugent-Hopkins scores decisive goal, McDavid and Brown gets 2 assists each and Oilers top Utah 4-1
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored the go-ahead goal early in the second period, Connor McDavid and Connor Brown each had a pair of assists, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Utah Hockey Club 4-1 on Tuesday night.
Mattias Ekholm, Troy Stecher and Leon Draisaitl also scored for the Oilers, who have won eight of their last 11 and 12 of their last 16. Stuart Skinner was made 26 stops in net for the Oilers.
Jack McBain scored for Utah, which has now lost five straight. Leading scorer Clayton Keller was a late scratch.
Rookie goalie Jaxson Stauber made 34 saves.
Takeaways
Utah: Logan Cooley picked up an assist to give him points in eight of his last nine games and 15 of his last 18. It also extended his road point streak to 11 games, the longest active road point streak in the NHL.
Oilers: With his two assists, McDavid extended his points streak to 12 games, recording 23 points in that span. It is the 14th time that McDavid has had a streak of 11 games or more, hitting his personal best of 17 in 2022.
Key moment
The Oilers took a 3-1 lead with goals coming just 20 seconds apart early in the second period. Before the five-minute mark of the middle frame, Edmonton executed a nice three-way passing play with McDavid sending it across to Nugent-Hopkins, who had an easy tap-in for his eighth of the season. Then before that goal could be announced, Connor Brown dropped it back to Stecher, who scored.
Key stat
Brown picked up assists on both early-second period goals, giving him 10 points in his last nine games. He now has 16 points this season after getting just 12 points in 71 games last season.
Up next
Utah: Visits the Calgary Flames on Thursday night.
Oilers: Host the Anaheim Ducks on Friday night.
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Last night’s game between the Edmonton Oilers and the Utah Grizzlies was one for the books! In a decisive 4-1 victory, the Oilers were led by Ryan Nugent-Hopkins who scored the game-winning goal. Not to be outdone, Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard both notched 2 assists each, helping to secure the win for Edmonton.The Oilers came out strong and never looked back, dominating the ice and controlling play throughout the game. Utah put up a good fight, but the Oilers were just too much to handle.
With this win, the Oilers continue to climb in the standings and solidify their spot as a top contender in the league. Fans are buzzing with excitement as the team looks poised for a deep playoff run.
Congratulations to the Oilers on a well-deserved victory! Let’s keep the momentum going and continue to dominate the competition. Go Oilers! #OilersNation
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Dan Campbell’s wife references Game of Thrones as Lions prepare for decisive Week 18 clash against Minnesota
As Minnesota secured a narrow 27-25 victory over Green Bay Sunday evening, the stakes for
Week 18’s thrilling showdown between the Vikings and Detroit grew even further, with the
winner laying claim to not just the NFC North but the entire conference as well.Detroit coach Dan Campbell’s family seems to be approaching this fateful divisional matchup
with the theatrical reverence it deserves, likening the Lions’ defense of Ford Field to the beloved
HBO drama “Game of Thrones.”Campbell’s wife, Holly, posted an image of GOT character Sansa Stark with the following quote
overlayed: “If we don’t take back the North, we’ll never be safe. I want you to help me, but I’ll do
it myself if I have to.”
Campbell led Detroit to a 2023 NFC North championship The Lions currently reign as defending champions of the “North,” winning their first divisional title in three decades last season thanks to a stunning revival of the long-suffering franchise led by Campbell. Returning much of their young core, the Lions entered the 2024-25 season as favorites to repeat their success in the NFC North, but Minnesota has since emerged from the opposite end of the preseason spectrum and matched Detroit’s 13-2 record entering the
penultimate week.Minnesota was the first of the two teams to play this weekend, surging to an early lead against
another divisional rival in Green Bay and carrying a 27-10 edge into the midway point of the
fourth quarter. Jordan Love promptly led the Packers on consecutive touchdown drives,
narrowing the deficit to 27-25 by the two-minute warning, but Minnesota ultimately held on and
improved to 14-2 on the season, also eliminating Philadelphia from contention for the No. 1
overall seed.Detroit, meanwhile, will face off against San Francisco on Monday night. However, because the Lions beat Minnesota earlier in the season, they will win the NFC North with a victory over Minnesota almost regardless of their result in Monday’s game — beating San Francisco would allow Detroit to advance in the case of a tie against the Vikings.
Campbell and company will kick off in San Francisco at 8:15 p.m. ET Monday night before heading home to face the Vikings on short rest. The Week 18 matchup between Detroit and Minnesota will broadcast on NBC at 8:15 p.m. ET Sunday.
As the Detroit Lions gear up for their crucial Week 18 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, head coach Dan Campbell’s wife made an interesting reference to the popular TV show Game of Thrones.In a recent interview, Mrs. Campbell compared the Lions’ underdog mentality to the Stark family in Game of Thrones, saying, “Just like the Starks, we may not have all the power or resources, but we have heart and determination that can’t be underestimated.”
With the Lions fighting for a playoff spot in the final week of the regular season, the comparison to the resilient Stark family seems fitting. As they face off against the Vikings in a must-win game, Detroit fans are hoping that their team can channel the same strength and resilience that the Starks displayed in the face of adversity.
As the Lions prepare for this decisive clash, Dan Campbell’s wife’s Game of Thrones reference serves as a reminder that sometimes, it’s not about having the most talent or resources, but about having the heart and determination to overcome the odds. Let’s see if the Lions can channel their inner Stark and come out victorious in this crucial Week 18 matchup.
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Recap: Strome Scores Decisive Goal as Ducks Rally for Comeback Win
Cutter Gauthier, Drew Helleson, Robby Fabbri and Mason McTavish also scored for Anaheim, helping the Ducks remain unbeaten this season when scoring at least three goals. Goaltender Lukas Dostal earned his ninth win of the season with 20 saves.
Leon Draisaitl and Evan Bouchard scored for the Oilers, who fell to 21-12-3 on the season. Calvin Pickard made 27 saves.
Edmonton jumped out to an early 2-0 lead on goals by Draisaitl and Bouchard three minutes apart, a power-play one-timer and then a snipe off the rush after an unsuccessful Anaheim man advantage.
Draisaitl and Edmonton captain Connor McDavid each extended their scoring streaks to 11 games on the afternoon’s opening goal.
The goal also clinched Draisaitl’s ninth straight 25-goal season, tying Wayne Gretzky for the second-most in Edmonton franchise history.
Gauthier would bring Anaheim back within one late in the first though, evading an Oilers check off the rush before beating Pickard with a low shot through the five-hole.
In a thrilling matchup against the San Jose Sharks, the Anaheim Ducks pulled off a stunning comeback win with a decisive goal from Ryan Strome. Trailing by two goals in the third period, the Ducks rallied to score three unanswered goals and secure the victory.Strome’s goal, a perfectly placed shot that sailed past the Sharks’ goaltender, ignited the Ducks’ offense and sparked a surge of momentum that carried them to the win. His clutch performance under pressure solidified him as a key player for the team and a reliable scorer in critical moments.
The Ducks’ resilience and determination were on full display as they refused to back down in the face of adversity. With their never-say-die attitude and unwavering belief in each other, they were able to mount an impressive comeback and emerge victorious.
This thrilling win serves as a testament to the Ducks’ fighting spirit and their ability to come together as a team when it matters most. As they continue their push towards the playoffs, this comeback victory will surely boost their confidence and motivation to keep pushing forward.
Stay tuned for more exciting matchups and thrilling moments as the Ducks look to build on this momentum and continue their winning ways. #GoDucksGo #DucksWin #ComebackVictory
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Podoroska, De Minaur wins set up decisive mixed doubles at United Cup
Alex de Minaur has become one of the most fearsome opponents for any player to face at the United Cup.
The Australian showed as much Saturday evening when he defeated Tomas Martin Etcheverry 6-1, 6-4 to level his country’s tie with Argentina at 1-1. Earlier, 2020 Roland Garros semifinalist Nadia Podoroska fought through her season opener to give Argentina a 1-0 lead. Podoroska opened the tie with a tidy 6-2, 6-4 win over Olivia Gadecki.
The mixed doubles will decide which country improves to 1-0 in Group F action.
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“I think just being back here in Sydney [helped]. I love it here,” De Minaur said. “I love playing here. I get to play in front of friends, family and in front of my home crowd, so what better way to start the new season?”
De Minaur is now 5-2 in singles at the United Cup. In 2023 he defeated Rafael Nadal at the event and in the 2024 edition the Aussie earned victories against three Top 10 opponents, including Novak Djokovic.
The win served as a measure of revenge for De Minaur. Etcheverry entered the clash with a 1-0 lead in their Lexus ATP Head2Head series thanks to a straight-sets triumph at Roland Garros in 2023.
De Minaur was undeterred by that defeat, using his backhand down the line to great effect in critical moments and winning 88 per cent of his first-serve points according to Infosys ATP Stats. He did not face a break point.
“I’ve been putting some great work in in the preseason,” De Minaur said. “I felt comfortable with the way I was playing before the tournament, so I just told myself to back myself and play the type of tennis I wanted to play.”
Ranked No.100 on the PIF WTA Rankings, Podoroska did her best to silence the partisan home crowd in the opening rubber by breaking the 97th-ranked Gadecki in her first service game. The 27-year-old stayed perfect on serve before engineering a second break to lead 5-2 before serving out the set.
Gadecki, 22, bounced back early in the second set. The Queenslander made her Top 100 debut in September after a rousing run to her first Hologic WTA Tour final at the Guadalajara Open Akron. The breakthrough came a month after she made her first ITF 100K final in Landisville.
After being broken to fall behind 2-1 in the second set, Gadecki steeled herself to earn her first break-point chance of the night and converted to level at 2-2. Another exchange of breaks took the set to 4-4 before Podoroska sealed the final break of the night to lead 5-4 and served out the win. In all, Podoroska earned 7 break point chances against the Gadecki serve, breaking five times. Gadecki saw just three break chances.
“I think I played very consistent the whole match,” Podoroska said on court. “Even when I missed some serves I keep doing my game. It’s very important to do that.”
More to come…
In a thrilling day of tennis at the United Cup, Podoroska and De Minaur have set up a decisive mixed doubles match to determine the champion. Both players displayed incredible skill and determination in their respective singles matches, with Podoroska defeating her opponent in straight sets and De Minaur coming back from a set down to secure the win.Now, all eyes will be on the mixed doubles match as Podoroska and De Minaur team up to take on their opponents in what promises to be an exciting and closely contested battle. With both players in top form, fans can expect a high level of tennis and plenty of drama as the final match of the tournament unfolds.
Stay tuned for updates and be sure to catch all the action as Podoroska and De Minaur look to claim the title at the United Cup. Who will emerge victorious in this thrilling mixed doubles showdown? Only time will tell.
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