Inter vs Como: prediction, H2H and probable lineups — 21.04.2026
One of the Coppa Italia semi-final second legs will take place on Tuesday at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milan, where local giants Inter host Como. I’m backing a result in this clash with strong chances of success, taking into account the hosts’ knockout pedigree and their confident track record against Cesc Fàbregas’s side.
Match preview
Inter come into this encounter riding high, looking once again like a team hitting their championship stride. Convincing wins over Roma (5-2) and Cagliari (3-0) showcased their firepower, while their recent 4-3 Serie A victory over Como was further proof that the Nerazzurri can turn around even the trickiest scenarios.
Crucially, Inter rely not just on their quality in these matches, but also on their big-game mentality. Bastoni’s return strengthens their structure, Thuram is in outstanding form, and the team has won four of their last five meetings with Como without a single defeat - giving the hosts both a statistical and psychological edge.
Como, meanwhile, remain one of Italy’s most exciting and fearless sides, but as the season’s climax approaches, the pressure has ramped up. They’ve failed to win in their last three games - drawing 0-0 with Udinese, losing 3-4 to Inter, and falling 1-2 to Sassuolo - leaving their bid for a truly historic season-ending even more tense.
But underestimating Cesc Fàbregas’s team here would be a grave mistake. Como have impressed on the road, already beating Juventus and Lazio away, and giving both Milan and Napoli a scare. Still, the proximity of the final and their lack of deep cup experience could be the hidden factor that, in the decisive moments, tips the balance against them.
Probable lineups
- Inter: Sommer, Bastoni, Acerbi, Akanji, Dimarco, Zielinski, Çalhanoğlu, Barella, Dumfries, Thuram, Martínez.
- Como: Butez, Vojvoda, Ramon, Carlos Santos, Valle, Perrone, Da Cunha, Diao, Pas, Rodriguez, Douvikas.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Inter have won four of the last five matches against Como.
- Three of the last five games between these teams have seen under 2.5 goals.
- Ahead of this tie, Inter defeated Cagliari and Roma, while Como played Udinese, Inter and Sassuolo without a win.
Prediction
This is a dream match for Como, but nights like this are often decided not just by bold football, but by composure, rhythm, and the ability to weather difficult moments without losing their nerve. Inter have all of that in abundance, and in cup ties, that experience is priceless. Cristian Chivu’s side might face some rough patches - Como know how to play with swagger and aren’t intimidated by reputations - but over the course of ninety minutes, the hosts’ class and experience should prevail.
