Inter vs Bologna prediction, H2H and probable lineups - 4 January 2026
One of the key fixtures of Serie A matchday 20 will take place this Sunday at the legendary San Siro in Milan, as local giants Inter host Bologna. I'm offering a prediction on the outcome of this clash, with a bet that holds solid chances for success.
Match preview
Inter are confidently holding onto the Serie A top spot, showcasing consistency and organized football even after setbacks in other competitions. Their away victory over Atalanta kept the Nerazzurri at the summit, and a week-long break before facing Bologna allows them to approach this encounter in peak condition.
Christian Chivu's side will surely be eager for revenge after their recent defeat to Bologna in the Italian Super Cup. The absence of several key players is offset by the squad's depth, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan ready to step in for Zieliński in midfield. Expect Inter to start aggressively, looking to seize an early advantage.
Bologna have been one of the surprise packages this season, especially with their Super Cup run that saw them defeat Inter en route to the final. However, since returning from Saudi Arabia, their momentum has dipped—a draw with Sassuolo and a prolonged winless streak in Serie A point to some instability.
On the road, Bologna are more dangerous than many would expect—only Inter have scored more away goals. Despite missing goalkeeper Skorupski and winger Bernardeschi, the team has what it takes to find the net in Milan, particularly given their recent history of breaching Inter’s defense in head-to-heads.
Probable lineups
- Inter: Sommer, Bastoni, Akanji, Bisseck, Dimarco, Mkhitaryan, Çalhanoğlu, Barella, Henrique, Thuram, Martínez
- Bologna: Ravaglia, Holm, Heggheim, Lucumí, Lykogiannis, Ferguson, Freuler, Orsolini, Odgaard, Cambiaghi, Castro
Match facts and head-to-head
- Bologna have scored against Inter in six of their last seven Serie A meetings
- The over 2.5 goals market has landed in seven consecutive encounters at San Siro between these sides
- Inter have lost to Bologna only twice in their last eight clashes, but haven’t kept a clean sheet in any of those matches
Prediction
Despite some recent struggles against Bologna, Inter come into this one looking more focused and motivated, especially after their Super Cup disappointment. Expect an intense battle with dangerous chances at both ends, but the Nerazzurri’s class and squad depth should ultimately prove decisive.
