Inter vs Juventus: prediction, head-to-head and probable line-ups – 14 February 2026
One of the headline fixtures of Serie A’s 25th round will take place on Saturday at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milan, where Inter will host Juventus. Let’s break down the key storylines for Italy’s biggest derby, as the league leaders put Luciano Spalletti’s ambitious project to the test.
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Match preview
Inter approach this clash as the undisputed leaders and the most consistent team in Serie A. Over their last 12 league outings, Cristian Chivu’s side have racked up 11 wins and just one draw – a 2-2 result against Napoli – with their last defeat coming back in November in the Milan derby (0-1). In recent matches, the Nerazzurri haven’t just been winning—they’ve been dominating, with emphatic victories like 5-0 over Sassuolo and 6-2 against Pisa.
The line-up has remained stable: Barella returns after muscle issues, Çalhanoğlu is ready to provide a spark from the bench, and Dimarco is in phenomenal form – 2 goals and 6 assists in his last four games across all competitions. Inter’s left flank is their main source of creativity and set-piece danger, and that’s exactly where Juventus will face their sternest examination.
Under Luciano Spalletti, Juventus have become more structured and aggressive, but they still struggle with lapses in concentration. Since the start of 2026, the Bianconeri have beaten Napoli (3-0), Cremonese (5-0), and Parma (4-1), but dropped points against Lecce (1-1), Cagliari (0-1), and Lazio (2-2), and also crashed out of the Coppa Italia after a 0-3 defeat to Atalanta. These slip-ups have prevented them from finding true consistency.
Tactically, Spalletti may revert to a system with three central defenders to better protect the flanks. Kalulu faces a tough battle with Dimarco, while up front the focus will likely be on the mobility of Yıldız, Conceição, and David. Statistically, Juve’s defense ranks among the league’s top five for goals conceded, but their occasional collapses against high-tempo sides are cause for concern.
Probable line-ups
- Inter: Sommer, Bastoni, Akanji, Bisseck, Dimarco, Mkhitaryan, Zieliński, Barella, Henrique, Thuram, Martínez
- Juventus: Di Gregorio, Gatti, Bremer, Kelly, Cambiaso, Thuram, Locatelli, Kostić, Conceição, Yıldız, David
Match facts and head-to-head
- Inter are unbeaten in Serie A since 23 November 2025 and have won 11 of their last 12 matches.
- Juventus have dropped points in three league matches in 2026 and were knocked out of the Coppa Italia by Atalanta (0-3).
- Both teams have scored in three of the last five head-to-head meetings, with Inter winning three out of five home matches against the Turin side.
Prediction
Inter look like the more cohesive and confident team, especially at home, where they dictate the tempo and make full use of their wide play. Juventus have the tools to strike back on the counter and finish their chances, but defensive inconsistency could prove decisive. The most likely scenario is a home win in a tight and emotional battle.
