Inter vs Cagliari: Serie A Clash Preview

Match Context

The Serie A clash at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milan brings Inter against Cagliari on 17 April 2026 (18:45 UTC). Inter arrive as league leaders with 75 points and a goal difference of 46 after 32 matches, while Cagliari sit 16th on 33 points and a goal difference of -11.

Inter Availability

Inter face several concerns. P. Sučić (suspension – Yellow Cards) is sidelined. In defense, Y. Bisseck (Thigh Injury) is doubtful. Up front, L. Martinez (Injury) is doubtful, a major blow given Lautaro Martínez leads Serie A with 16 goals and 4 assists from 26 appearances and also features among the top assist providers. Despite this, key creators like F. Dimarco (13 assists, 6 goals) and N. Barella (8 assists) are available, as is M. Thuram with 10 goals and 5 assists.

Cagliari Availability

Cagliari have multiple enforced absences. M. Felici (Knee Injury) is sidelined, as are R. Idrissi (Knee Injury) and L. Mazzitelli (Injury). In attack, L. Pavoletti (Injury) is doubtful. Creative midfielder S. Esposito, with 6 goals and 5 assists, is available and will be central to their threat.

Impact Summary

Inter risk losing their leading scorer if L. Martinez does not feature, but retain significant attacking output through Dimarco and Thuram. Cagliari, already low scoring with 33 league goals, are further weakened by midfield and attacking absences, increasing their reliance on Esposito’s contribution.