MILAN – "It will be a sentimental evening. This is a story that goes a long way back, one we’ve shared together since June 1995. Zanetti has the same memories and feelings as I do. It’s a very unusual day for me." That’s what FC Internazionale honorary president Massimo Moratti said before Inter v Lazio.

He added: "I hope Zanetti can give the best of himself tonight. Today is all about him. I think this is what football’s about: it’s about emotions and you can’t fight them. Would I like to see him start the game? Yes, I would but I don’t know if he will."