Inter vs Lecce Prediction - Serie A Round
Inter Milan have the opportunity to consolidate their top spot in the league when they host their favorite opponent Lecce at San Siro, boasting devastating form and an optimal squad.
The clash between Inter and Lecce at 02:45 on January 15, 2026, at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza is considered an uneven match. While Inter comfortably sits at the top of the table with 43 points, Lecce is struggling in 17th place with only 17 points, teetering on the brink of relegation.
The absolute dominance of the top team.
Inter are demonstrating the qualities of a top contender for the championship this season. After 19 matches played, the Nerazzurri have won 14 and lost only 4. Notably, the Milanese team is enjoying an impressive run of form with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 domestic league matches.
Inter's attack is operating extremely smoothly with an average of 2.2 goals per game (42 goals in total). Simultaneously, their defense has maintained iron discipline, conceding an average of only 0.9 goals per game. At their home stadium, Giuseppe Meazza, Inter have only lost 2 matches, making it an impenetrable fortress for any opponent.
Lecce and the problem of a weak attack.
In contrast to the home team's impressive form, Lecce is experiencing a difficult season. The visitors have only managed 4 wins in 19 league matches. Lecce's biggest problem lies in their finishing ability, as they have only scored a meager 13 goals since the start of the season (an average of 0.7 goals per game), the lowest number among the teams fighting for survival.
In terms of recent form, Lecce have only managed 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses in their last 5 league matches. With a defense that has conceded 27 goals, playing away against a high-flying Inter is too much of a challenge for the yellow-and-red team.
The head-to-head history heavily favors Inter.
Statistics from their head-to-head history reveal an absolute dominance by the blue half of Milan. In the last five encounters between 2023 and early 2025, Inter won all five matches, scoring 14 goals against their opponents without conceding a single goal. The two biggest wins, both with a 4-0 scoreline, occurred in early 2024 and 2025, demonstrating the vast difference in skill level between the two teams.
Team situation and expected lineup
Inter entered this match with a huge advantage in terms of personnel, as they had no significant injuries or suspensions. Inter's coach could field their strongest lineup to quickly settle the match.
On the other side of the pitch, Lecce suffered a setback with the absence of player F. Marchwiński due to a knee injury (Jumpers knee). The absence of this key player further diminishes the visitors' chances of causing an upset.
Match analysis
With overwhelming statistics, Inter are predicted to proactively push forward right from the opening whistle to seek an early goal. The home team's chances of winning are considered very high, while Lecce will likely have to play deep defensively and wait for opportunities to counter-attack.
| Team | Location | Point | Form (last 5 matches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inter | 1 | 43 | 4 wins, 1 draw |
| Lecce | 17 | 17 | Win 1, Draw 1, Loss 3 |
Based on their goal-scoring form, the match could end with a comfortable lead for Inter. Another victory at San Siro would help the Nerazzurri further solidify their leading position in the Serie A title race this season.
Team lineup updated at 02:08 on 15/01/2026
Official lineup
Inter
Diagram: 3-5-2
CoachCristian Chivu
Starting lineup:
- 1. Yann Sommer (G)
- 25. Manuel Akanji (D)
- 15. Francesco Acerbi (D)
- 95. Alessandro Bastoni (D)
- 17. Andy Diouf (M)
- 23. Nicolò Barella (M)
- 7. Piotr Zieliński (M)
- 22. Henrikh Mkhitaryan (M)
- 30. Carlos Augusto (M)
- 14. Ange-Yoan Bonny (F)
- 9. Marcus Thuram (F)
Substitutes:
- 40. Alessandro Calligaris
- 60. Alain Taho
- 43. Matteo Cocchi
- 6. Stefan de Vrij
- 31. Yann Bisseck
- 11. Luís Henrique
- 32. Federico Dimarco
- 8. Petar Sučić
- 45. Leonardo da Vinci
- 36. Matteo Darmian
- 44. Thomas Berenbruch
- 16. Davide Frattesi
- 10. Lautaro Martínez
- 94. Francesco Pio Esposito
Lecce
Diagram: 4-2-3-1
CoachEusebio Di Francesco
Starting lineup:
- 30. Wladimiro Falcone (G)
- 17. Danilo Veiga (D)
- 5. Jamil Siebert (D)
- 44. Tiago Gabriel (D)
- 25. Antonino Gallo (D)
- 29. Lassana Coulibaly (M)
- 93. Youssef Maleh (M)
- 50. Santiago Pierotti (M)
- 16. Omri Gandelman (M)
- 23. Riccardo Sottil (M)
- 9. Nikola Štulić (F)
Substitutes:
- 32. Jasper Samooja
- 1. Christian Früchtl
- 3. Corrie Ndaba
- 21. Christ-Owen Kouassi
- 18. Gaby Jean
- 13. Matías Pérez
- 77. Mohamed Kaba
- 28. Olaf Gorter
- 14. Þórir Jóhann Helgason
- 6. Alex Sala
- 36. Filip Marchwiński
- 79. Oumar Ngom
- 11. Konan N'Dri
- 7. Tete Morente
