Lazio vs Inter: Serie A Match Preview and Availability

Lazio host Inter at Stadio Olimpico, Rome, on 2026-05-09 (16:00 UTC) in Serie A, Regular Season - 36. Lazio arrive eighth on 51 points with a goal difference of 5, while league leaders Inter sit first on 82 points and a goal difference of 51.

Lazio Availability

Lazio have concerns in goal and at the back. I. Provedel (Shoulder Injury) is sidelined. D. Cataldi (Groin Injury) is doubtful. S. Gigot (Ankle Injury) is doubtful. With Provedel out/sidelined, Lazio lose an experienced last line of defense, and any reshuffle at centre-back if Gigot does not make it could further disrupt their structure.

Inter Availability

Inter also face key absences. H. Calhanoglu (Calf Injury) is sidelined. F. Esposito (Back Injury) is doubtful. Luis Henrique (Thigh Injury) is doubtful. Calhanoglu’s absence is a major blow: from midfield he has contributed 9 goals and 4 assists in league play, underpinned by 37 shots and 41 key passes, and is also prominent among the top assist providers.

Impact Summary

Inter’s attacking core remains largely intact, with Lautaro Martínez (16 goals, 5 assists) and M. Thuram (13 goals, 5 assists) both available. The main attacking output loss is Calhanoglu’s combined 13 goal contributions. Lazio’s listed absentees are more defensive and structural, so their primary concern will be maintaining solidity rather than replacing direct attacking production.