Gasperini's Roma are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1, a shape the coach has perfected over the years. The back three, likely marshalled by Ndicka, will look to squeeze high and win the ball back quickly. In midfield, the return of Manu Kone could be crucial — the Frenchman made a cameo off the bench in Turin and could replace Pisilli in the starting XI. His energy and ball-carrying ability will be vital against Inter's powerful midfield. Up front, Donyell Malen has been in fine form, and with Paulo Dybala likely rested after starting four consecutive matches, Matías Soulé and Rodrigo Mora could slot into the attacking midfield roles. That's still a potent trio, and they'll look to exploit the half-spaces behind Inter's wing-backs.

Inter, on the other hand, are expected to set up in a 3-5-2, with Inzaghi's trademark fluid front two. The Nerazzurri will look to dominate possession and pin Roma back, using their wing-backs to stretch the play. But Roma's 3-4-2-1 can match them man-for-man in midfield, and the key battle will be in the centre of the park. If Kone starts, his duel with Inter's midfield general will go a long way to deciding who controls the tempo. Out wide, Roma's wing-backs will need to be disciplined, because Inter's overlapping runs are a constant threat. Set-pieces could also be decisive — both teams have aerial presence, and with the Olimpico crowd behind them, Roma will feel confident defending their box.