Serie A Clash: Inter Battles Bologna
Inter Milan is gearing up to host Bologna at the iconic San Siro stadium on January 4, as part of the 18th round of Serie A. The match carries extra weight for the Nerazzurri, who suffered a painful loss in a recent penalty shootout against Bologna, preventing them from securing a spot in the Coppa Italia final.
Chivu’s side enters this match determined to reclaim their top position in the league. Currently, they are trailing behind AC Milan, who recently claimed victory over Cagliari. Bologna, on the other hand, has faced challenges, finishing 2025 with inconsistent results. Their recent draw against Sassuolo exposed vulnerabilities, with previous defeats against Juventus and Napoli further complicating their campaign.
Match Details
The clash between Inter and Bologna is scheduled for:
- Date: January 4
- Time: 20:45 CET
- Location: San Siro, Milan
Broadcast Information
The match will be available exclusively on DAZN. Fans can watch it on compatible smart TVs, PlayStation or Xbox consoles, as well as through devices like Amazon Firestick and Google Chromecast.
Expected Line-ups
Here’s how the teams are likely to line up:
| Inter (3-5-2) | Bologna (4-2-3-1) |
|---|---|
| Sommer | Ravaglia |
| Bisseck | Holm |
| Akanji | Heggem |
| Bastoni | Lucumì |
| Luis Henrique | Miranda |
| Barella | Pobega |
| Calhanoglu | Moro |
| Zielinski | Orsolini |
| Dimarco | Odgaard |
| Thuram | Cambiaghi |
| Lautaro Martinez | Castro |
Referee Crew
The match will be officiated by Marco Guida from Torre Annunziata. The officiating team includes:
- Assistant Referees: Ceccon, Laudato
- Fourth Official: Marinelli
- VAR: Ghersini
- Assistant VAR: Maresca
This Serie A clash between Inter and Bologna promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams eager to assert their dominance.
