Inter vs Monza prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis
In the 1st round of the Italian Serie A on August 22, 2026, Inter will face Monza. Even a draw would be a disappointment for the hosts.
Inter vs Monza: Team News and Expert Analysis
The Milan giant finished the penultimate season without trophies and, by its end, without a coach. The inexperienced Kivu, who replaced Simone Inzaghi, did not start especially convincingly. However, he eventually managed to secure a "golden double" that season.
Their neighbor from the suburbs played in the top division from 2022 to 2025, but failed in the penultimate season. Fortunately, they managed to take third place in Serie B and then win the playoffs. This summer, they placed their bet on Juric, who, to put it mildly, has not impressed at his previous jobs lately.
Pursuing the title, Inter’s players posted impressive stats: 2.34 goals scored per match and just 0.94 conceded. Even in Serie B, the current newcomer had more modest, though still good, numbers: scoring 1.6 goals and conceding nearly half as many – 0.88.
Previous Matches: Inter vs Monza
Inter, the current title holders, have won three out of the last four meetings, with one draw.
Despite the visitors' progress, they've been handed the toughest possible start after their return to the elite division. They have no chance – the champion will defeat such an opponent at home even with a -1.5 goal handicap (odds – 1.66).
Inter vs Monza: Key Statistics and Trends
- Inter have won two in a row and are unbeaten since early March
- Monza have won four of their last six matches
Inter vs Monza: Probable Starting Lineups
Inter’s likely formation: 1-3-5-2 (possible lineup): Josep Martinez - Augusto, Bisseck, Pavard - Dimarco, Mkhitaryan, Stankovic, Barella, Diouf - Martinez, Esposito
Monza’s likely formation: 1-4-4-2 (possible lineup): Thiam - Lucchesi, Delli Carri, Kouadio, Birindelli - Carboni, Pessina, Mut, Colpani - Dany Mota, Cutrone. Keita is suspended at the coach’s decision.
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