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On Wednesday, 30 October, at 18:30 CET (17:30 local time), Inter Milan will take the field at the Stadio Castellani to face Empoli in Matchday 10 of Serie A 2024/25. This clash is rich with intriguing stats and facts.

Previous encounters

There have been 32 Serie A encounters between Empoli and Inter Milan: the Nerazzurri have won 25, while the Tuscans have four wins, with three matches ending in a draw. No team has more wins against Empoli in Serie A than Inter Milan.

The Nerazzurri remain unbeaten in 14 of their last 16 away games against Empoli in Serie A (11 wins, 3 draws) and have kept a clean sheet in their last nine away matches against the Tuscans.

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The Captain's stats

The Tuscans evoke fond memories for the Nerazzurri captain. Lautaro Martínez has scored three goals against Empoli in Serie A, including a brace on 6 May 2022.

Notably, nine of the last eleven goals scored by the Nerazzurri's number ten in Serie A have come away from home, including all four of his most recent strikes.

Tikus power

Marcus Thuram is in hot form, leading the team with his performances and goals. Tikus has been involved in nine goals in nine matches this season, scoring seven and providing two assists. 

In his first nine games of the Serie A 2023/24 season, he had contributed to eight goals.

Dimarco and Empoli

Empoli holds a special place for Federico Dimarco. 

Not only is he a former player, but he also made his Serie A debut against the Tuscan side on 31 May 2015. 

His offensive contribution has become a key asset for Inzaghi’s team, and against Empoli, he’s scored three goals in the league, more than against any other opponent.

Unstoppable Zielinski

Piotr Zielinski was one of the standout players in the thrilling 4-4 draw against Juventus. 

He has now converted all three penalties taken in his Serie A career: two against the Bianconeri in Sunday night’s match and one for Napoli against Udinese on 27 September 2023.

The opponent: Empoli

Empoli, managed by Roberto D'Aversa, currently sits in tenth place in the league standings with 11 points, having achieved two victories and five draws. The Tuscans have scored seven goals while conceding six.

The most prolific players for Empoli are Colombo, Esposito, and Gyasi, each of whom has netted two goals.

Match Officials

For the Matchday 10 Serie A clash between Empoli and Inter Milan, the referee will be Matteo Marchetti

He’ll be supported by assistants Scatragli and Moro, with Massimi as the fourth official. Serra will oversee VAR, with La Penna as the Assistant VAR.

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The probable line-up for the midweek match Empoli vs Inter Milan