Lazio vs Inter: Serie A Clash Preview

Lazio host Inter at Stadio Olimpico in Rome on 9 May 2026, with kick-off at 16:00 UTC. The clash comes in Serie A Regular Season - 36. Lazio sit 8th on 51 points (goal difference +5), while Inter arrive as league leaders with 82 points and a +51 goal difference.

Lazio Availability

Lazio have several concerns.

• I. Provedel (Shoulder Injury) is sidelined.
• D. Cataldi (Groin Injury) is doubtful.
• S. Gigot (Ankle Injury) is doubtful.

The absence of Provedel removes the first-choice goalkeeper, forcing a reshuffle at the back. Cataldi’s groin issue and Gigot’s ankle problem leave the midfield and defensive rotations uncertain ahead of a demanding test against the most prolific attack in the league.

Inter Availability

Inter also face key absences.

• H. Calhanoglu (Calf Injury) is sidelined.
• F. Esposito (Back Injury) is doubtful.
• Luis Henrique (Thigh Injury) is doubtful.

Calhanoglu’s injury is a major blow: from midfield he has contributed 9 goals and 4 assists in Serie A, underlining his importance in both chance creation and set pieces for the leaders.

Impact Summary

Inter’s attacking core remains intact, with Lautaro Martínez (16 goals, 5 assists) and M. Thuram (13 goals, 5 assists) both available. Lazio’s issues are more structural than purely attacking, but losing Provedel and potentially key squad depth could tilt the balance further toward Inter’s high-scoring frontline.