Cagliari vs Inter

Cagliari welcome defending Serie A champions Inter to the Unipol Domus on Sunday evening, with both sides looking to build on their opening-day performances in the second round of the 2026-27 season. The Sardinians aim to use the passionate home atmosphere as a leveller against Simone Inzaghi’s title holders, who begin their first away trip of the new campaign.

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Cagliari manager Davide Nicola will assess his squad after the first matchday, with no fresh fitness concerns immediately reported in the build-up. The hosts are expected to rely on the continuity that kept them competitive last season, though confirmation of their starting XI will come closer to kick-off.

Inter’s squad depth remains the envy of the division. Inzaghi rotated heavily during pre-season and has a full complement to choose from barring any late setbacks. The Nerazzurri’s ability to introduce game-changers from the bench—particularly in wide areas—could prove decisive if the contest remains tight into the final half-hour.

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Cagliari enter the fixture after a positive start to their league campaign, having collected a result on matchday one. Nicola’s structured 4-4-2 system, or variants of a compact mid-block, has made them tough to break down on home soil. The Unipol Domus—typically a difficult venue for the division’s elite—provided some of their most spirited displays last season. They will need that resilience again against opposition who dominate possession relentlessly.