The Milan giants battled for four trophies until the end last season, but Simone Inzaghi ultimately failed to secure any. His successor, Chivu, also faced setbacks: he immediately lost the Super Cup and was eliminated from the Champions League in the first playoff round, losing twice to Bodo/Glimt.
However, in Serie A, the team managed to confidently lead the standings, although a few slip-ups in the spring reduced their gap at the top. Still, before the international break, they beat Roma, and after the break, Como. They are soon to play the second leg of the cup semifinal against Como after a 0-0 draw away.
The Sardinian team finished the 2024/2025 season with 36 points, which was enough for a safe fifteenth place. Now, the situation could repeat itself, although there were too many defeats this spring, with the relegation zone creeping closer. Fortunately, in the last round, they faced Cremonese and managed to win.
The league leaders have impressive stats: 2.34 goals scored per game and 0.91 conceded. The islanders, by comparison, average only 1.03 goals scored and 1.38 conceded per match.
Previous matches: Inter vs Cagliari
In the last nine head-to-head matches, the visitors managed only one draw, two years ago—ironically, also in Milan.
The only question is how confident the league leaders’ victory will be. It is recommended to opt for a “-1.5 goals” handicap (odds – 1.63).
Inter vs Cagliari: Key statistics and trends
Inter have won four of their last ten matches
47% of Inter’s matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 3.25 goals per game.
Cagliari have lost six of their last nine encounters
50% of Cagliari’s matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 2.41 goals per game.
Inter vs Cagliari: Probable starting lineups
Inter play in a 1-3-5-2 formation (possible lineup): Sommer – Augusto, Akanji, Bisseck – Dimarco, Zielinski, Calhanoglu, Barella, Dumfries – Esposito, Thuram. Martinez is definitely out; Bisseck is questionable.
Cagliari also use a 1-3-5-2 formation (possible lineup): Caprile – Dossena, Mina, Ze Pedro – Camejo, Sulemana, Gaetano, Adopo, Palestra – Folorunsho, Esposito. Idrissi and Felici are out injured.
