Inter Milan vs Bologna: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 04 January

Betiball's prediction for Inter Milan vs Bologna on 04 January 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Inter Milan vs Bologna preview before placing your bet.

Inter Milan vs Bologna: Starting Lineups Time : 04/01/2026 15:45

Inter Milan
3 - 1
Finished
Bologna
83' event Matteo Lavelli / Marcus Thuram
76' event Carlos Augusto / Alessandro Bastoni
76' event Francesco Pio Esposito / Lautaro Javier Martinez
74' event Marcus Thuram
68' event Henrik Mkhitaryan / Nicolo Barella
68' event Petar Sucic / Hakan Calhanoglu
62' event Nicolo Barella
48' event Lautaro Javier Martinez
39' event Piotr Zielinski
30' event Alessandro Bastoni
29' event Hakan Calhanoglu
event 89' Charalampos Lykogiannis
event 83' Santiago Thomas Castro
event 79' Remo Freuler / Jens Odgaard
event 78' Jonathan Rowe
event 72' Martin Vitik
event 68' Riccardo Orsolini / Nicolo Cambiaghi
event 68' Nadir Zortea / Emil Holm
event 46' Tommaso Pobega / Nikola Moro
event 46' Martin Vitik / Jhon Janer Lucumi
83' event Matteo Lavelli / Marcus Thuram
event 89' Charalampos Lykogiannis
76' event Carlos Augusto / Alessandro Bastoni
event 83' Santiago Thomas Castro
76' event Francesco Pio Esposito / Lautaro Javier Martinez
event 79' Remo Freuler / Jens Odgaard
74' event Marcus Thuram
event 78' Jonathan Rowe
68' event Henrik Mkhitaryan / Nicolo Barella
event 72' Martin Vitik
68' event Petar Sucic / Hakan Calhanoglu
event 68' Riccardo Orsolini / Nicolo Cambiaghi
62' event Nicolo Barella
event 68' Nadir Zortea / Emil Holm
48' event Lautaro Javier Martinez
event 46' Tommaso Pobega / Nikola Moro
39' event Piotr Zielinski
event 46' Martin Vitik / Jhon Janer Lucumi
30' event Alessandro Bastoni
29' event Hakan Calhanoglu
Inter Milan Inter Milan
Substitutions
#22 Henrik Mkhitaryan
#30 Carlos Augusto
#8 Petar Sucic
#94 Francesco Pio Esposito
#53 Matteo Lavelli
#60 Alain Taho
#15 Francesco Acerbi
#16 Davide Frattesi
#6 Stefan de Vrij
#13 Josep MartInez
#50 Simone Cinquegrano
#43 Matteo Cocchi
Inter Milan Inter Milan Bologna Bologna
19Shots6
10Shots on Goal2
20Fouls21
7Corner Kick1
21Free kick20
3Offside0
3Yellow card3
1Aerial13
1Save7
18Successful Tackles21
4Interceptions9
20Long pass30
2Assist1
5Successful center3
5Substitution5
5Shots off goal3
1Hit The Post0
16Head Success12
4Blocked1
12Tackle10
5Dribbles2
19Throw-in18
459Passes340
95Attacks79
55Dangerous attacks20
1Corner Kicks(HT)0
9BigChances1
7BigChancesMissed0
15ShotsInsideBox4
4ShotsOutsideBox2
58DuelsWon53
2.96ExpectedGoals0.85
1.62xGOpenPlay0.21
1.35xGSetPlay0.64
2.96xGNonPenalty0.85
3.12xGOT0.28
28Touches In Opposition Box10
20AccurateCrosses10
42GroundDuelsWon41
16AerialDuelsWon12
10Clearances34
Bologna Bologna
Substitutions
#41 Martin Vitik
#7 Riccardo Orsolini
#20 Nadir Zortea
#4 Tommaso Pobega
#8 Remo Freuler
#30 Benjamin Dominguez
#77 Ibrahim Sulemana
#29 Lorenzo De Silvestri
#17 Ciro Immobile
#16 Nicolo Casale
#80 Giovanni Fabbian
#24 Thijs Dallinga
#33 Juan Miranda
#25 Massimo Pessina
#82 Matteo Franceschelli
Commentary
89' Charalampos Lykogiannis - Bologna receive a yellow card
83' Inter Milan — substitution: Matteo Lavelli / Marcus Thuram
83' Goal! Santiago Thomas Castro - Bologna
79' Bologna — substitution: Remo Freuler / Jens Odgaard
78' Jonathan Rowe - Bologna receive a yellow card
76' Inter Milan — substitution: Carlos Augusto / Alessandro Bastoni
76' Inter Milan — substitution: Francesco Pio Esposito / Lautaro Javier Martinez
74' Goal! Marcus Thuram - Inter Milan
72' Martin Vitik - Bologna receive a yellow card
68' Inter Milan — substitution: Henrik Mkhitaryan / Nicolo Barella
68' Inter Milan — substitution: Petar Sucic / Hakan Calhanoglu
68' Bologna — substitution: Riccardo Orsolini / Nicolo Cambiaghi
68' Bologna — substitution: Nadir Zortea / Emil Holm
62' Nicolo Barella - Inter Milan receive a yellow card
48' Goal! Lautaro Javier Martinez - Inter Milan
46' Bologna — substitution: Tommaso Pobega / Nikola Moro
46' Bologna — substitution: Martin Vitik / Jhon Janer Lucumi
39' Goal! Piotr Zielinski - Inter Milan
30' Alessandro Bastoni - Inter Milan receive a yellow card
29' Hakan Calhanoglu - Inter Milan receive a yellow card

How We Build the Inter Milan vs Bologna Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Inter Milan vs Bologna on 04 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Inter Milan vs Bologna Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Inter Milan's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Bologna's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Inter Milan and Bologna sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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