Serie A leaders Inter travel to the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on October 17, 2026, to face a Bologna side with a reputation for causing upsets. While Inter boast a commanding 76% win rate and a prolific attack that has netted 78 goals, Bologna's 42% win rate belies their capacity to frustrate top teams. Their recent form, with three wins from their last five, suggests a team capable of finding results.
The Nerazzurri, unbeaten in their last five Serie A outings with three wins and two draws, will be wary of Bologna’s home advantage, especially considering the mixed results in recent head-to-head encounters, including a memorable 3-3 draw and a 1-0 Bologna victory. The bookmakers heavily favour Inter at 1.688, reflecting their dominant season, but the 4.115 draw odds and 5.55 for a Bologna win indicate a potential for a tightly contested affair. With Inter's attacking prowess and Bologna's defensive resilience at home, the Over 2.5 goals at 1.724 seems a strong possibility. This match promises to be a test of Inter's title credentials against a spirited opponent known for making life difficult.
25. M. Pessina, 36. M. Darmian, 16. N. Casale, 14. T. Heggem, 20. N. Zortea, 19. L. Ferguson, 4. T. Pobega, 33. J. Miranda, 7. R. Orsolini, 28. N. Cambiaghi, 91. R. Piccoli
1. J. Martinez, 31. Y. Bisseck, 25. M. Akanji, 95. A. Bastoni, 17. A. Diouf, 23. N. Barella, 20. H. Calhanoglu, 7. P. Zielinski, 32. F. Dimarco, 9. M. Thuram, 10. L. Martinez
Match events
10' Goal Normal Goal — Tommaso Pobega (Bologna) (assists: Juan Miranda)
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