Inter's Injury Double Blow: Acerbi and Calhanoglu sidelined as Super Cup looms

Injury Update

Inter Milan released an official statement detailing Francesco Acerbi's injury, following his forced exit during the Champions League loss to Liverpool.

The club added that Acerbi underwent a medical exam at the Humanitas Research Institute in Rozzano this morning, which showed a strain in his right thigh.

Sky Sport Italia reported that initial estimates project Acerbi out for at least a month, given the nature of the injury and the expected recovery timeline.

Consequently, the Italian defender will miss the Italian Super Cup final scheduled for next week, a blow to Inter's defensive setup.

Separately, Inter also had to replace midfield star Hakan Calhanoglu during the Liverpool match due to muscle pains, though medical staff chose not to pursue further testing, treating it as a minor readiness issue.

As a result, Calhanoglu is expected to miss Genoa's upcoming game in Serie A, with a return planned for next week's Super Cup final. The club remains hopeful for rapid recoveries.

Punchline 1: If injuries were players, Inter would field a full medical squad and still win the trophy—talk about a rest-day dynasty.

Punchline 2: Calhanoglu and Acerbi may be sidelined, but the fans will keep hoping the drama stays on the pitch and not on the medical chart.