Bologna vs Inter Milan is set to bring the curtain down on the 2025/26 Serie A season at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on Saturday. With kick-off scheduled for 9:30 PM IST (local time in Italy), the match offers a chance for Bologna to end their campaign on a high at home against the newly crowned champions Inter Milan.
Match Preview
Inter Milan have dominated the season, securing the Scudetto with impressive consistency. As champions, they will look to sign off with a victory, though manager Simone Inzaghi may rotate his squad to rest key players after a demanding campaign that also included Coppa Italia success.
Bologna, sitting in mid-table (around 8th place), have had a solid season but lack major incentives for this final fixture. Home advantage at the Renato Dall’Ara could prove crucial, as the Rossoblù have historically performed well against Inter on their turf, winning three of the last four home encounters.
The game promises attacking football, though Inter’s quality and depth give them the edge despite potential rotation.
Team News
Bologna: The hosts are expected to be without major injury concerns for the finale. Key players like Lewis Ferguson, Remo Freuler, and striker Santiago Castro should feature. Coach Vincenzo Italiano may field a strong XI to entertain the home crowd.
Inter Milan: Several starters could be rested. Lautaro Martínez and key defenders like Alessandro Bastoni might be managed carefully. Expect rotations in midfield and attack, with players like Henrikh Mkhitaryan and younger talents getting minutes.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, Inter dominate the overall head-to-head with around 26 wins to Bologna’s 8 in recent decades, but recent meetings have been tighter. The reverse fixture saw Inter win 3-1 earlier this season. Bologna have shown resilience at home, often making life difficult for the Nerazzurri.
Predicted Lineups
Bologna (4-2-3-1):
Skorupski; João Mário, Lucumí, Heggem, Miranda; Freuler, Moro; Bernardeschi, Ferguson, Rowe; Castro.
Inter Milan (3-5-2):
Josep Martínez; Bisseck, Acerbi, Bastoni; Henrique, Diouf, Mkhitaryan, Sucic, Cocchi; Esposito, Lautaro Martínez.
Where to Watch
The match will be broadcast live on various platforms depending on your region. In India, it may be available on sports streaming services like FanCode, or official Serie A broadcasters. Check local listings for 9:30 PM IST coverage. International viewers can stream via DAZN or Paramount+ in select territories.
Score Prediction
While Inter are favourites, Bologna’s home form and Inter’s likely rotation point towards a competitive affair.
Predicted Score: Bologna 1-2 Inter Milan the champions should edge it, but expect goals in an open end-of-season clash.
This final Serie A encounter encapsulates the spirit of the league: celebration for Inter and pride for Bologna. Fans can expect an entertaining evening of football