
Get the official Cagliari vs Inter confirmed lineups, starting XI news, bet builder odds, and expert prediction ahead of this key Serie A clash.
Cagliari vs Inter Confirmed Lineups
Competition | Serie A |
|---|---|
Match Date | Sunday 30 August 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 19:45 UK time |
Venue | Unipol Domus |
The starting lineups for the Serie A match between Cagliari and Inter have been confirmed.
Cagliari Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Elia Caprile, Alessandro Deiola, Juan Rodríguez, Adam Obert, Zé Pedro, Harry Winks, Alessandro Romano, Michel Adopo, Jacopo Fazzini, Daniel Maldini, Paul Mendy
Substitutes: Alieu Fadera, Kevin Carlos, Riccardo Ciervo, Giuseppe Aurelio, Nicolò Cavuoti, Gennaro Borrelli, Ivan Sulev, Raphael Kofler, Mattia Felici, Joseph Liteta, Boris Radunovic, Demi Akarakiri, Alen Sherri
Inter Starting XI
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI: Josep Martínez, Benjamin Pavard, Alessandro Bastoni, Manuel Akanji, Petar Sucic, Hakan Çalhanoglu, Luis Henrique, Federico Dimarco, Nicolò Barella, Lautaro Martínez, Francesco Pio Esposito
Substitutes: Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Curtis Jones, Marcus Thuram, Carlos Augusto, Ivan Provedel, Yann Bisseck, Raffaele Di Gennaro, Andy Diouf, Ange-Yoan Bonny, Piotr Zielinski, Aleksandar Stankovic, John Stones
Cagliari vs Inter Immediate Reaction
Cagliari
Cagliari set up in a 4-2-3-1 shape, with Elia Caprile in goal behind a defensive unit composed of Alessandro Deiola, Juan Rodríguez, Adam Obert, and Zé Pedro. Harry Winks and Alessandro Romano form the central midfield pivot to balance defensive stability and possession play.
In attack, Michel Adopo, Jacopo Fazzini, and Daniel Maldini start behind forward Paul Mendy, giving Cagliari creative movement across the frontline to challenge the visiting defense.
Inter
Inter deploy their standard 3-5-2 system with Josep Martínez starting in goal. A solid back line of Benjamin Pavard, Alessandro Bastoni, and Manuel Akanji provides central cover, flanked by wing-backs Luis Henrique and Federico Dimarco.
The midfield features Petar Sucic, Hakan Çalhanoglu, and Nicolò Barella controlling the tempo, while Lautaro Martínez and Francesco Pio Esposito lead the front line in search of goals.
Cagliari vs Inter Reactive Bet Builder
Our featured bet builder focuses on Inter's key attacking figures following the lineup announcement. The combination features Lautaro Martínez to score anytime and record over 3.5 shots, supported by Federico Dimarco to register over 0.5 assists. Additionally, Inter are backed to score over 1.5 goals in the match.
Cagliari vs Inter Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
Inter's strong starting XI offers plenty of quality across all areas of the pitch, with a balanced midfield and clinical attacking options. Cagliari will look to remain resolute in their 4-2-3-1 structure, but Inter's offensive firepower should carry them to victory.
Score Prediction: 1-2
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