New dad's Inter chance! Provedel handed dream Nerazzurri debut after birth of child
Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu handed summer arrival Ivan Provedel his Nerazzurri debut for Sunday's Serie A clash against Fiorentina. Chivu also selected veteran midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan to start at San Siro as Inter look to keep pace with league leaders Lazio.
Inter Milan's new coach Cristian Chivu granted debut to goalkeeper Ivan Provedel in Sunday's Serie A match against Fiorentina. Chivu also selected veteran midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan to start, aiming to maintain pressure on Serie A leaders Lazio. Provedel, who joined Inter in July 2026 from Lazio, replaces Josep Martinez, who had started every game so far this season.
Chivu praised Provedel for his consistent training and his family commitment, stating that his debut is a reward for his hard work. Mkhitaryan, who scored an assist in Inter's recent Champions League win, was chosen for his recent impact in key matches. The match is crucial for Provedel, who scored a dramatic equalizer against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League for Lazio in 2023. Inter aims to secure all three points at home and close the gap at the top of the table.
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