Inter's Hakan Calhanoglu to Miss Serie A Clash with Roma Due to Thigh Injury

Hakan Calhanoglu Out of Inter's Key Match Against Roma

Inter Milan will be without midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu for their crucial Serie A encounter against Roma on Saturday after he suffered a strain in his right thigh. The 32-year-old missed the recent 5-3 win over Udinese, leaving coach Cristian Chivu without one of his main creators as two undefeated sides meet at the Stadio Olimpico.

Calhanoglu Sidelined Before Top-of-the-Table Clash

The injury forced Calhanoglu out of the thrilling victory against Udinese earlier this week. Before this setback, he had scored in Inter’s first two league games against Monza and Cagliari and also appeared in Champions League matches versus Napoli and Real Madrid. His absence deprives Inter of an important creative force just as both teams enter the match with perfect winning records after four rounds.

Medical Update Confirms Adductor Muscle Strain

Following detailed scans at the Istituto Clinico Humanitas in Rozzano, Inter issued a statement on Tuesday confirming Calhanoglu’s condition:

"Hakan Calhanoglu underwent medical examinations this morning at the Istituto Clinico Humanitas in Rozzano. The tests revealed an adductor muscle strain in his right thigh. His condition will be evaluated in the coming days."

Reports from across Italy suggest this injury will keep him sidelined for the visit to Rome.

Renewed Rivalry as Two Undefeated Teams Clash

This match sees two Serie A leaders face off for the first time this far into a season since October 2014. Gian Piero Gasperini’s team leads on goal difference, scoring 12 and conceding only once in four games. Still, Inter holds a psychological advantage, having won their last five league trips to the Olimpico with a combined score of 11-2.

• Gasperini’s side: 12 goals scored, 1 conceded in 4 matches
• Inter’s record at Olimpico: 5 straight wins, 11-2 aggregate

Upcoming International Break Adds Pressure

Saturday’s showdown is the biggest challenge so far for both teams before the international break. Roma aims to secure five consecutive wins to start a Serie A campaign for only the third time ever, while Inter wants to maintain their dominance in Rome. Meanwhile, Turkish fans will watch closely as Calhanoglu prepares for key Nations League fixtures against France, Italy, and Belgium soon.

• Match: Roma vs Inter
• Date: 19 September 2026
• Kick-off: 19:00