Serie A Regular Season - 18
Inter 3 - 1 FT Bologna
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
29' Hakan Çalhanoğlu
39' P. Zielinski (L. Martinez)
HT
↓ N. Moro ↑T. Pobega 46'
↓ J. Lucumi ↑M. Vitik 46'
48' L. Martinez (H. Calhanoglu)
62' Nicolò Barella
67' ↓ H. Calhanoglu ↑P. Sucic
67' ↓ N. Barella ↑H. Mkhitaryan
↓ N. Cambiaghi ↑R. Orsolini 68'
↓ E. Holm ↑N. Zortea 68'
Martin Vitík 72'
74' M. Thuram
75' ↓ A. Bastoni ↑Carlos Augusto
75' ↓ L. Martinez ↑F. Esposito
Jonathan Rowe 78'
↓ J. Odgaard ↑R. Freuler 79'
83' ↓ M. Thuram ↑M. Lavelli
S. Castro (C. Lykogiannis) 83'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Inter
Goalkeepers
Y. Sommer 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Y. Bisseck
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Akanji 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
A. Bastoni
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
Luis Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Barella
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
67
Entry
H. Calhanoglu 
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
1
Assists
48%
Pass Acc
P. Zielinski 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
F. Dimarco
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
L. Martinez
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
M. Thuram
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
J. Martinez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Taho
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. de Vrij
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Acerbi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Augusto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Cocchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Cinquegrano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Sucic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Frattesi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Mkhitaryan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Lavelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Esposito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bologna
Goalkeepers
F. Ravaglia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
E. Holm 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
T. Heggem
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Lucumi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
C. Lykogiannis
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
6
Tackles
60%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
N. Moro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
L. Ferguson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Rowe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Odgaard
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
N. Cambiaghi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Forwards
S. Castro 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
BENCH
M. Pessina
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Franceschelli
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
N. Casale
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Zortea
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. De Silvestri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Miranda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Vitik
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Pobega
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Freuler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Sulemana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Fabbian
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Orsolini 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
C. Immobile
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Dallinga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Dominguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19/12/2025 | Bologna | 1 - 1 | Inter | Super Cup | King Saud University Stadium |
| 20/04/2025 | Bologna | 1 - 0 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Renato Dall'Ara |
| 15/01/2025 | Inter | 2 - 2 | Bologna | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 09/03/2024 | Bologna | 0 - 1 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Renato Dall'Ara |
| 20/12/2023 | Inter | 1 - 2 | Bologna | Coppa Italia | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 07/10/2023 | Inter | 2 - 2 | Bologna | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 26/02/2023 | Bologna | 1 - 0 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Renato Dall'Ara |
| 09/11/2022 | Inter | 6 - 1 | Bologna | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 27/04/2022 | Bologna | 2 - 1 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Renato Dall'Ara |
Inter Win
Bologna Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 18 GD: +24
P: 18 GD: +17
P: 18 GD: +13
P: 18 GD: +8
P: 18 GD: +8
P: 18 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +2
P: 18 GD: +4
P: 18 GD: +1
P: 18 GD: -8
P: 18 GD: -11
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -7
P: 18 GD: -6
P: 18 GD: -12
P: 18 GD: -10
P: 18 GD: -10
P: 18 GD: -12
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 27 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Nerazzurri Dominance: Bologna Overwhelmed at San Siro
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 65/100. A clinical performance that solidifies Inter's position at the summit, proving they can dismantle even the most stubborn defensive setups with relentless pressure.
The Siege and Ravaglia's Heroics
The match ignited at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza with the hosts asserting their authority from the kickoff. Inter controlled possession with a 58% share, dictating a tempo that Bologna struggled to match. The early stages were defined by a relentless attacking siege, as evidenced by an Intensity rating of 93. Despite the pressure, Federico Ravaglia emerged as a human wall for the visitors, denying several clear-cut opportunities with reflex saves. However, the Balance of the match finally tipped in the 39th minute. A brilliant piece of interplay saw L. Martinez turn provider, setting up P. Zielinski for a composed finish that broke the deadlock and sent the home crowd into raptures.
The Turning Point and Martinez's Strike
Any tactical adjustments made by Bologna at halftime were rendered obsolete within three minutes of the restart. The turning point arrived when H. Calhanoglu found L. Martinez in the box, and the Argentine captain clinicaly doubled the advantage. This goal effectively settled the Stakes of the afternoon, forcing Bologna to abandon their defensive shape. While the visitors tried to regroup, the gulf in quality was apparent. Inter’s midfield engine room consistently recycled possession, preventing any meaningful counter-attacks. Even as Federico Ravaglia continued his heroic display to finish with 7 saves, the sheer volume of 19 shots from the Nerazzurri meant a second goal felt inevitable in this one-sided affair.
Thuram Seals the Victory
The knockout blow was delivered in the 74th minute by the irrepressible M. Thuram. His movement and power were too much for the exhausted Rossoblù backline, and his goal served as the perfect reward for a Player of the Match performance. Although S. Castro managed to pull one back late on for the visitors, assisted by C. Lykogiannis, there was no Upset Factor to be found in the closing minutes. The 3-1 victory ensures Inter remains firmly in control of the title race, maintaining their perfect run of form with five consecutive wins. For Bologna, the result highlights the gap they must bridge to compete with the elite, despite showing flashes of resilience in a hostile environment.
Key Questions
What made Marcus Thuram the Man of the Match?
Thuram earned an 8.9 rating by scoring Inter's third goal and providing a constant physical threat that Bologna couldn't contain.
What does this mean for Inter's season?
This win keeps Inter at the top of Serie A with 42 points, extending their winning streak to five games.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Inter’s Title Juggernaut Faces Bologna Test
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. The league leaders aim to tighten their grip on the Scudetto by overwhelming a mid-table Bologna side that struggles for consistency away from home.
The Setup
As Serie A returns to the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on January 04, 2026, Inter sits comfortably atop the table with 58 points. Their current Form is a perfect reflection of a champion-in-waiting, boasting five straight victories. For the visitors, the Stakes involve climbing back into the top half of the table, but their recent run of four losses in five games suggests a steep mountain to climb. Inter's attack, led by Stars like M. Thuram, has already racked up 57 goals this season, making them a formidable opponent for any backline.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this match lies in the battle between Inter's relentless offensive rotations and Bologna's defensive structure. With no specific individual match-up highlighted, the focus turns to how J. Lucumí and the away defense can withstand the Balance of Inter's wing-back play. If the home side can isolate the Bologna center-backs, the goalscoring machine that is Inter's front line will likely find plenty of openings. Inter's ability to transition from defense to attack remains the league's gold standard.
Our Prediction
Expect a professional display from the leaders. While the visitors might find a consolation goal through the industry of S. Castro, Inter's defensive solidity anchored by A. Bastoni and the reliable Yann Sommer should prove too much. We predict a 3-1 victory for Inter, characterized by controlled possession and clinical finishing in the final third.