Atletico Madrid Vs Inter Milan – Swiss Veteran Starts In Goal Despite Derby Fiasco

Yann Sommer will start between the sticks when Inter Milan lock horns with Atletico Madrid later this evening.

According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, Cristian Chivu is unwilling to bench the Swiss veteran.

Despite heavy scrutiny following Inter’s loss in the Milan derby, Yann Sommer remains Chivu’s first choice in goal.

Therefore, second-string goalkeeper Josep Martinez must settle for a place on the bench once again.

However, the Spaniard’s situation could change sooner than expected.

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PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: Yann Sommer #1 of FC Internazionale Milano warms up prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between CF Monterrey and FC Internazionale Milano at Rose Bowl Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Sommer’s mistake, coupled with Manuel Akanji’s sluggish reaction, determined Sunday’s Derby della Madonnina.

Though Sommer has failed to impress in Serie A, his Champions League form has been outstanding.

As such, Chivu has no intention of benching the 36-year-old now that Inter’s automatic last-16 qualification is on the line.

Still, Martinez could take the former Bayern Munich star’s place in next weekend’s league clash against Pisa.