Can Bologna End Inter's Unbeaten Serie A Run? Bologna vs Inter Prediction | October 17, 2026
Bologna host Inter at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on October 17 in the seventh round of Serie A. Bologna claimed their first league win of the season against Lecce, while Inter remain unbeaten in the league and sit at the top of the table. However, the visitors arrive after a disappointing Champions League defeat to Club Brugge and will be looking to respond in the domestic competition.
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Bologna
Bologna ended a five-match winless run with a 2–1 away victory over Lecce, recording their first Serie A win of the campaign. Before that result, they had drawn twice and lost three times, struggling to find consistency during the opening weeks of the season.
After six rounds, Bologna sit 14th with 5 points from one win, two draws and three defeats. They have scored 5 goals and conceded 7. All three league losses came by a 1–0 scoreline, highlighting their difficulties in finding the net when results go against them.
Their home form remains a concern, with no wins in three league matches at the Dall'Ara, where they have recorded two draws and one defeat. However, Bologna have historically been difficult opponents for Inter on home soil, losing just once in their last six home meetings with the Nerazzurri.
- Possible Bologna lineup: Pessina, Darmian, Casale, Heggem, Zortea, Ferguson, Pobega, Miranda, Bernardeschi, Cambiaghi, Piccoli.
Inter
Inter suffered a 4–3 home defeat to Club Brugge in the Champions League, following an earlier loss to Real Madrid. Despite their European setbacks, their domestic form has been considerably stronger.
The Nerazzurri remain unbeaten after six Serie A matches, having won five and drawn one. Their latest league result was a convincing 3–0 victory over Parma, leaving them top of the standings with 16 points. Inter have scored 18 goals and conceded 8, making them the league's most prolific attack after six rounds.
Inter have recorded one win and one draw in their two away league matches this season. They are also unbeaten in their last three meetings with Bologna, with one victory and two draws. Their attacking quality and consistent domestic results give them a strong platform, although Bologna's home record in this fixture could make the contest more challenging.
- Possible Inter lineup: Martinez, Pavard, Bisseck, Augusto, Diouf, Sucic, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco, Esposito, Thuram.
Head-to-Head
The last 10 meetings between Bologna and Inter have produced four Bologna wins, three Inter victories and three draws. Bologna have enjoyed several positive results at the Dall'Ara, but Inter have avoided defeat in their last three encounters overall.
Key Trends
- Bologna have yet to win in 3 home league matches this season.
- Inter are unbeaten in their last 6 Serie A matches.
- Inter have scored 18 goals in their first 6 league matches.
- 6 of Inter's last 7 matches have seen over 2.5 goals.
- Both teams scored in 5 of Inter's last 7 matches.
- Bologna have lost just 1 of their last 6 home meetings with Inter.
- Inter are unbeaten in their last 3 head-to-head meetings with Bologna.
Prediction
Bologna's win over Lecce ended their difficult start, but their home record and limited scoring output remain concerns. Inter, by contrast, have won five of their first six league matches and scored 18 goals, giving them a clear attacking advantage. Bologna's record at the Dall'Ara suggests they can make the match competitive, but Inter's stronger domestic form makes them the more convincing side. After their Champions League defeat to Club Brugge, the visitors will also be keen to return to winning ways. Bologna may create opportunities at home, yet Inter have the quality to take control and secure another league victory. Recommended Bet: Inter to Win.
