Inter vs Cagliari Match Preview: Key Updates and Player Availability

The Serie A clash between Inter and Cagliari is scheduled for 17 April 2026 at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milan, with referee M. Marchetti in charge. Inter enter the Regular Season - 33 round top of the table in Italy, sitting 1st with 75 points and a goal difference of 46. Cagliari arrive in 16th place on 33 points, with a goal difference of -11.

Inter Availability

Inter face several concerns. P. Sučić (Yellow Cards) is sidelined through suspension. 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.

Cagliari Availability

Cagliari have multiple confirmed absentees. M. Felici (Knee Injury) is sidelined. R. Idrissi (Knee Injury) is sidelined. L. Mazzitelli (Injury) is sidelined. In attack, L. Pavoletti (Injury) is doubtful.

Impact Summary

Inter’s main attacking output remains largely intact unless Lautaro Martínez fails to recover; his 16 goals and the additional 10 goals and 5 assists from M. Thuram underline how costly his absence could be. Cagliari’s missing midfield options reduce creativity around S. Esposito, who has 6 goals and 5 assists, increasing the burden on the remaining forwards to threaten the league leaders.