Bologna vs Inter Milan: Previa del partido

Inter Milan close their season with the Serie A trophy already secured. They meet Bologna in a fixture that carries little weight for the visitors yet still offers a platform to finish on a high note after 37 rounds and 86 points collected. Bologna have fluctuated lately. Wins over Atalanta and Napoli showed attacking intent, yet they managed only a goalless draw with Cagliari and fell twice in a row before that. Eighth place and 55 points leave them with little to chase beyond pride on the final weekend. Inter’s form reads more composed. A 1-1 draw at Verona preceded clean victories against Parma and Cagliari, interrupted only by a 2-2 stalemate with Torino. Their attack remains potent even with the title wrapped up. Bologna will line up without Vitik, Casale and Cambiaghi through injury, while Lucumi sits out on a yellow-card ban. Inter report no fresh absences of note, allowing them to name a strong squad for the trip. The expected Bologna shape places Castro leading a 4-2-3-1, with Freuler and Pobega shielding the back line. Inter are set to deploy the familiar 3-5-2 featuring Thuram alongside Martinez, whose season tally sits between 17 and 23 goals. Martinez and Thuram have combined for strong output across the campaign. Bologna’s recent goal contributions have come mainly from Rowe and Orsolini, yet consistency has been an issue. Inter have handled most fixtures this term without undue drama once results turned their way. Bologna’s home record has been patchy, particularly against sides that press high and exploit spaces behind full backs.

Expect Inter to control stretches of the game through Barella and Calhanoglu in midfield, while Dimarco and Henrique stretch the pitch from the flanks. Bologna will look to stay compact and hit on transitions, but the absence of three defenders could leave gaps if Inter move the ball quickly.