Underdogs Bologna will be looking to stop the momentum gained by Inter Milan in the Serie A as they host the Black and Blues at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara. The match is scheduled for kickoff on Saturday 2nd at 17:00 GMT.
Antonio Conte’s men over the weekend gained controlled of the Serie A after a 2-1 victory over Brescia. In form duo Martinez and Lukaku were on target as they pushed Inter Milan to the top of the table with 25 points.
Inter Milan also bagged their first European win under Antonio Conte following the 2-0 defeat over Borrusia Dortmund in the Champions League. This has set the tone for the Black and Blues who are on a course to take the Serie A title as when under Jose Mourinho.
Bologna on the other hand, made headlines this week after becoming favorites to sign free agent Zlatan Ibrahimovic following his imminent release from the MLS league at LA Galaxy.
Currently, Bologna sit 10th in the Serie A table after picking up a 2-1 win over side Sampodria over the weekend. Before the win, the team fell victim to the Serie A giants in 2-1defeat followed by a 2-2 at Lazio.
Bologna vs. Inter Milan Head to Head
Both teams have played 24 games together. Inter Milan has recorded 16 wins and lost 3 times. Five games have ended up in a draw between both teams.
Here is a look at the last eight matches both teams have played together:
Inter 0-1 Bologna
Bologna 0-2 Inter
Inter 2-1 Bologna
Bologna 1-1 Inter
Bologna 0-1 Inter
Inter 1-1 Bologna
Inter 2-1 Bologna
Bologna 0-1 Inter
Bologna Team News
Bologna will be looking for the recovery of full back Mitchell Dijk. The Dutch full back has been game time over a month after picking up an ankle injury. He was a major talisman for the team before scoping the injury.
All eyes will be on Rodrigo Palacio who inspired the team’s first month’s win as they overcame Sampdoria. They will also miss out on services by midfielder Gary Medel, right back TakehiroTomiyasu and forward Mattio Destro.
Inter Milan Team News
Talisman Lukaku will be in form following the winning strike over the weekend against Brescia. The former Manchester United Lukaku has found winning ways under Antonio Conte. Martinez has also peaked with impressive perofrmances weekend after weekend. Fellow Manchester United counterpart Alexi Sanchez is still out with a peroneus tendon injury.
Bologna vs Inter Milan Prediction and Odds
Inter Milan win – 2.16
Both Teams to Score (No) – 2.248
Goals Under 2.5 – 2.05
Double Chance Inter Milan or Draw – 1.35
