Overview
- Inter can claim a fourth consecutive league‑phase victory, a run they have never managed in the competition’s opening stage.
- They sit atop the standings and, alongside Arsenal, are the only team yet to concede in this Champions League campaign.
- Hakan Calhanoglu is expected to be rested, with Nicolò Barella likely to anchor midfield between Davide Frattesi and Piotr Zielinski.
- Coach Cristian Chivu is considering tweaks away from the fixed 3-5-2 after trialing a 3-4-1-2 late against Verona.
- A win would all but secure the 12-point playoff safety net, with 16 points having been enough for direct entry last season and tougher opponents still to come.