Italian media described Inter's match with Lazio as a "high-priced star show in Serie A".
Because the five people in the league's top 8 are all protagonists of the game (Lautaro with 80 million euros, Barrera and Milinkovic with 70 million euros, Shkrinjar with 65 million, Andrestini with 60 million).
In practice, Shke, who ranked No. 3 in the world's defensive value list, and Bastoni, who tied for No. 6, collectively broke out, proving that the biggest pride of this Inter may be this luxurious center-back line that can also rank among the top in the world.
In the past year, Inter have achieved good results, and the Italian media has dedicated more praise to Inter forwards, midfielders and even old people (such as Conte, Lukaku).
But in fact, when other European media mentionEd Inter, the first thing to praise is the defender line.
This is reflected in the value of the body , which is an important reference for football to reflect the degree of recognition.
In the World Defender List of The Transfer Market, Shkrinjar is third, behind Ruben Díaz of Manchester City and Marquinhos of Paris, while Bastoni is tied for sixth. DeFrey is slightly less valuable (45 million), but also at the top of the list.
On the front line and midfield, Inter is worth in the top of the giants. But if you talk about centre-backs, Inter is also one of the best in the world.
In inter and Lazio's battle, the Nerazzurri had the upper hand, but because of the poor dribble (body hair offside, because Mobile did not blow before the goal), because the state was mediocre (some players had "rested" before), the team played a game that should have been a big victory very thrilling.
Of interest is the "Battle of The True and False Milinkovicz".
Little Inzaghi was very jealous of Milin, so he arranged for Gagliardini, who was jokingly called "fake Milin" by fans, to interfere with the Serbs, the so-called "exchange tactics".
The effect is there, and Mirin doesn't have many opportunities on the offensive end.
However, on a few occasions, when Galli couldn't look at Mirin, the latter could stir up chaos in front of Inter's door and make dangers.
Inzaghi Jr.'s jealousy of Mirin is not only reflected in the midfield, but also in terms of defensive adjustments.
One of the ways Inter have stepped up their attack this season is to let Di Marco, who moves more flexibly, replace Bastoni at left centre-back, use centre-backs to establish an offensive numerical advantage, disrupt the opponent's deployment, and try to break the game.
But in this battle, Little Inzaghi did not dare to change it like this, and he was also afraid that once Milin "lost the reins" and inserted the attack, DiMarco could not defend himself because of his inferior body.
Inter's practice has also constrained its own operation to a certain extent. At this point, Inter needs other "mr. key".
Bastoni became the key piece in the game. His outfield wave long-range shot broke the deadlock, then received a free kick and crossed to assist his teammates, making his first single-game pass in Serie A since his debut.
After being promoted and entrusted with important tasks by Conte, Bastoni continued to improve.
This progress is not only reflected in defense and temperament, but also in attack.
In Inter's first season, Bastoni played 2 goals, mainly attacking by using set pieces to grab points.
In his second season, he played 3 goals (3 assists), and the advantage of long pass accuracy was often reflected.
In his third season, he was involved in 4 goals (1 goal and 3 assists) in the half- and could launch threatening balls with long passes, as well as crosses, long-range shots and even burst into the box to feed the ball, with a variety of offensive means. Moreover, the key battle role is outstanding, and the two heroes who play Roma have made achievements.
His value has increased, because his progress is really "visible to the naked eye".
Shkrinjar has also been instrumental in scoring Inter' 13th header of the season, making the Nerazzurri once again the team with the most headers in the five leagues, while Shke has scored three goals in 18 league appearances this season, and has also scored key goals in the Champions League, scoring more goals than in the whole of last season (3 goals in 35 league games).
After the game, when the inter team went to the north stand to thank the scene, the entire stand stood up and saluted Shik, who also responded to the fans with a domineering and passionate posture. This shows that today to choose the Meazza fans' favorite No.1, Shik is definitely a big hit.
The outbreak of this battle between Shik and Bastoni is of great tactical significance.
Little Inzaghi is jealous of Mirin, does not dare to use the relatively flexible midfielder at the foot of the midfield, nor does he dare to change the short full-back, so Inter's own operation is also affected, and sometimes the "reverse ball" is not smooth, and even some stumbles.
It's also a kind of helplessness: when you make a choice, you have to pay a price. To "sabotage," it is possible to destroy not only the opponent, but also one's own organization.
At this time, it is necessary for players with strong ability and responsibility to score more points and do more to make up for it.
Bastoni and Shkrinjaer are even more precious in completing their defensive work while also releasing firepower on the offensive end to solve problems. Or rather, it is they who make Little Inzaghi dare to use the "matchmaking tactics", inter's bottom line is: I make sacrifices, spell out your big card, do not lose, because you do not have this trump card there is no other way, I have other fierce characters on my side to hold!
Whether inter next whether it is the trophy battle with Juve, or the Milan derby, fierce liverpool, the team's performance depends largely on the performance of excellent centre-backs, because this itself is Inter's strong point.