The Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino will host an important Serie A match on Sunday, April 26, 2026, as Torino take on league leaders Inter Milan. This game is very important because Inter Milan are close to winning their 21st league title. They are 12 points clear at the top and could be crowned champions this weekend if they win and other results go their way.
Inter Milan come into this match in excellent form. They have won their last four games and scored 15 goals in that period. Their confidence grew even more after a dramatic 3 – 2 comeback win over Como on Tuesday, which secured their place in the Coppa Italia final. Highlights of the match have also been shared on Juventus YouTube channel allowing fans to revisit the key moments from the dominant display.
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Torino are currently in mid table with 40 points. They are unbeaten in their last three matches, but they have struggled to get good results against top teams.
Team News and Strategic Stability
Away from the pitch, Inter Milan are working to strengthen their squad for the future. The club is set to sign Manuel Akanji permanently from Manchester City in a deal worth 15 million euros after his strong loan spell. The agreement is expected to be completed in May.
Inter have also made a clear decision about Hakan Calhanoglu. The club has blocked any possible transfer this summer. Even though there is no new contract yet beyond 2027, both sides have agreed that he will remain an important part of the team for at least the 2026 -27 season. Softfootball understands that once the title is secured, these long term plans will help the club stay strong in the league.
Key Players and Absences
Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu has some decisions to make in attack. Captain Lautaro Martinez is dealing with a thigh injury and may miss this match to stay fit for the cup final. Luis Henrique is also out with a groin injury. However, Marcus Thuram is in great form and is expected to lead the attack, possibly alongside Ange Yoan Bonny or Pio Esposito.
For Torino, Duvan Zapata could return to the bench after recovering from a thigh injury. However, Zakaria Aboukhlal and Tino Anjorin are unavailable.
Head to Head Record
Inter Milan have a strong record against Torino. They are unbeaten in their last 14 matches against them, winning 13 of those games. This includes a big 5 – 0 win earlier this season.
Predicted Starting Lineups
Predicted Starting Lineups
| Position | Torino (3-4-1-2) | Inter Milan (3-5-2) |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Alberto Paleari | Josep Martínez |
| Defenders | Saúl Coco, Ardian Ismajli, Enzo Ebosse | Manuel Akanji, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni |
| Midfielders | Marcus Pedersen, Cesare Casadei, Gvidas Gineitis, Rafael Obrador | Denzel Dumfries, Nicolò Barella, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Petar Sučić, Federico Dimarco |
| Attack | Nikola Vlašić (AM), Giovanni Simeone, Ché Adams | Marcus Thuram, Francesco Pio Esposito |
This match could be a special moment for Inter Milan. Torino will try to stop them and get a rare win, but Inter have a clear goal. With the title very close and a chance to win more trophies, they are expected to deliver a strong performance and possibly secure the league title
