Serie A Regular Season - 16
Inter 1 - 0 FT Lecce
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
17' Marcus Thuram
26' Ange-Yoan Bonny
HT
56' ↓ N. Barella ↑D. Frattesi
56' ↓ A. Bonny ↑F. Esposito
57' ↓ A. Diouf ↑Luis Henrique
Danilo Veiga 63'
↓ R. Sottil ↑Tete Morente 69'
↓ O. Gandelman ↑M. Kaba 69'
72' ↓ H. Mkhitaryan ↑L. Martinez
78' F. Esposito
↓ S. Pierotti ↑K. Ndri 82'
↓ Y. Maleh ↑A. Sala 86'
87' ↓ M. Thuram ↑P. Sucic
90'+3 Luís Henrique
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
M. Akanji 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
0
Tackles
F. Acerbi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bastoni 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
66%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
A. Diouf 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
N. Barella
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
56
Entry
P. Zielinski
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
71%
Pass Acc
H. Mkhitaryan
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Carlos Augusto 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
14
Duels Won
74%
Win %
BENCH
A. Calligaris 
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
Y. Bisseck
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Dimarco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Cocchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Darmian
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Sucic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Frattesi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Bovo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Berenbruch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luis Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Esposito 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Lecce
Goalkeepers
W. Falcone
ARCHITECT
1
Key Passes
1
Key Passes
0
Assists
11%
Pass Acc
Defenders
D. Veiga 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
J. Siebert
SHIELD
4
Blocks
4
Blocks
0
Interceptions
3
Tackles
Tiago Gabriel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Gallo
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
86%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
L. Coulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Maleh 
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
20%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
S. Pierotti
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
O. Gandelman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
R. Sottil 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
N. Stulic
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
14%
Pass Acc
BENCH
C. Fruchtl
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Samooja
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
C. Ndaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Perez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Jean
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Kouassi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Sala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. J. Helgason
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Gorter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Marchwinski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Kaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Ngom
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tete Morente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Ndri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/01/2026 | Inter | 1 - 0 | Lecce | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 26/01/2025 | Lecce | 0 - 4 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Ettore Giardiniero - Via del Mare |
| 24/08/2024 | Inter | 2 - 0 | Lecce | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 25/02/2024 | Lecce | 0 - 4 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Ettore Giardiniero - Via del Mare |
| 23/12/2023 | Inter | 2 - 0 | Lecce | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 05/03/2023 | Inter | 2 - 0 | Lecce | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 13/08/2022 | Lecce | 1 - 2 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Via del Mare |
| 19/01/2020 | Lecce | 1 - 1 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Via del Mare |
| 26/08/2019 | Inter | 4 - 0 | Lecce | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 29/01/2012 | Lecce | 1 - 0 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Via del Mare (Lecce) |
Inter Win
Lecce Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 16 GD: +21
P: 16 GD: +13
P: 16 GD: +9
P: 16 GD: +7
P: 16 GD: +6
P: 16 GD: +11
P: 16 GD: +5
P: 16 GD: +6
P: 16 GD: +2
P: 16 GD: +1
P: 16 GD: 0
P: 16 GD: -10
P: 16 GD: -10
P: 16 GD: -9
P: 16 GD: -6
P: 16 GD: -8
P: 16 GD: -8
P: 16 GD: -10
P: 16 GD: -10
League Standings
P: 29 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 29 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 28 GD: -3
P: 28 GD: 0
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 29 GD: -15
P: 29 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
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
Inter Grind Out Crucial San Siro Win
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. Inter extend their lead at the summit of Serie A after a grinding performance against a resilient Lecce side that forced the leaders to find a late solution.
Early Dominance at the Meazza
The atmosphere at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza was thick with expectation as Inter sought to solidify their position in the title race. From the opening exchanges, the hosts dominated possession with a commanding 68% share, pinning Lecce deep into their own defensive third. Francesco Acerbi provided a foundation of absolute stability, ensuring that the Stakes remained manageable by neutralizing any rare counter-attacks from the visitors. Despite 11 corners and a constant barrage of 21 shots, Inter struggled to find the clinical edge required to break the deadlock early on. The tactical discipline shown by Lecce turned the pitch into a congested battlefield, testing the patience of the Nerazzurri faithful as the first half ended without a breakthrough.
The VAR Drama and Strategic Tension
The match reached a boiling point in the 26th minute when Ange-Yoan Bonny appeared to have won a penalty for the home side. However, a lengthy VAR review overturned the decision, a moment that significantly lowered the Intensity score to 5.4 as play became fragmented. This reversal served as a wake-up call for Lecce, who gained confidence from their defensive success. Inter’s frustration was palpable; they created an xG of 1.83 but found themselves thwarted by a combination of desperate blocks and six crucial saves from the Lecce goalkeeper. The game entered a period of nervous stalemate, where the quality of Inter's buildup play was frequently met by a yellow-and-red wall that refused to crumble under the mounting pressure.
Esposito Breaks the Deadlock
The breakthrough finally arrived in the 78th minute through substitute F. Esposito, who capitalized on the persistent pressure to slot home the winner. The Balance of the match finally tipped in Inter's favor, rewarding their territorial dominance. Central to this victory was the masterclass delivered by Piotr Zieliński, whose 8.3 rating reflected his role as the game's architect; his three key passes were vital in stretching a tiring Lecce defense. For Lecce, the defeat keeps them entrenched in a relegation battle, but their performance suggested they have the grit to survive. For Inter, this 1-0 triumph is a hallmark of champions—finding a way to win when the goals aren't flowing freely, maintaining their pursuit of another Scudetto.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR overturned a 26th-minute penalty decision for Inter involving Ange-Yoan Bonny, keeping the score level and forcing Inter to find a winner from open play.
What does this mean for Inter's season?
This narrow victory maintains Inter's 1st place position in Serie A, moving them to 39 points and reinforcing their status as title favorites.
How did substitute Piotr Zieliński change the game?
Zieliński, as a top performer with an 8.3 rating, dictated the tempo and provided the creative spark with three key passes to break the deadlock.
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.
Nerazzurri title momentum faces Lecce hurdle
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 57/100. A high-stakes fixture for Inter as they look to maintain their grip on the Scudetto race against a struggling bottom-half opponent.
The Setup
Inter enters this match on January 14, 2026, with a Form rating that signals total dominance, boasting five consecutive wins. Playing at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, they feature a Stars score of 8.8, highlighting the world-class talent available to Inzaghi. Conversely, Lecce finds themselves in 17th place, struggling with a lack of Balance and facing a massive task to secure even a point away from home.
Key Battle
The tactical struggle will center on Inter's relentless wide overloads against Lecce's defensive low block. While the visitors will rely on collective organization, the movement of M. Thuram and the creative delivery from A. Bastoni will likely prove too dynamic for the Salentini to track over 90 minutes.
Our Prediction
Expect a one-sided affair where Inter dictates the tempo from the opening whistle. Their ability to transition quickly and overload the penalty area should lead to an early breakthrough. A comfortable 3-0 victory is the most probable outcome, allowing the league leaders to rotate their squad late in the second half.