Como vs. Inter Tips and Odds – 23/05/2025

• Date: Friday, May 23, 2025
• Venue: Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como
• Fixture: Como vs Inter Milan (Serie A, Matchday 38)

Match Preview

The final day of the 2024-25 Serie A season brings high drama as Inter Milan travel to face Como, knowing only a win will keep their Scudetto hopes alive. Inter sit just one point behind Napoli at the summit, and must take all three points while hoping Napoli slip up at home to Cagliari. For Como, the stakes are lower but still significant: they are guaranteed to finish 10th, capping a remarkable campaign for the newly promoted side, though their recent winning streak has just come to an end.

Inter come into this match after a tense 2-2 draw against Lazio, where a late penalty denied them a crucial victory. Prior to that, they recorded a 2-0 win away at Torino and edged past Verona 1-0 at home. However, their form has been patchy under the pressure of a title race and a deep Champions League run, with squad fatigue and injuries mounting. Como, meanwhile, have enjoyed a strong finish to the season, with wins over Genoa, Parma, and Cagliari, but were held to a 1-1 draw at Verona last time out, ending their impressive run of victories.

Injuries could play a decisive role. Inter’s grueling season has seen them suffer 36 injuries, and they are have been missing key players including Lautaro Martínez, Davide Frattesi, and Valentin Carboni. Marcus Thuram has also struggled with muscular fatigue, and several midfielders have battled knocks throughout the campaign. Como are not unscathed either, missing the likes of Assane Diao, Sergi Roberto, and Edoardo Goldaniga.

For Inter, the pressure is immense. Simone Inzaghi’s side must maintain focus despite the distraction of an upcoming Champions League final and the knowledge that their fate is not entirely in their own hands. Expect them to dominate possession and attack relentlessly, with Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Nicolò Barella tasked with controlling the midfield. Como, free from pressure, are likely to play with freedom and could be dangerous on the counter, especially with Patrick Cutrone leading the line.

Key Players

• Inter Milan:
  • Hakan Çalhanoğlu – The creative heartbeat, crucial for unlocking Como’s defense.
  • Nicolò Barella – Provides energy and drive from midfield.
  • Benjamin Pavard – Key defensive presence, especially with Lautaro and Thuram doubtful.
• Como:
  • Patrick Cutrone – Main goal threat, capable of punishing lapses.
  • Alessandro Gabrielloni – Poacher’s instinct, useful off the bench if Como chase a result.

Prediction

With everything on the line, Inter’s experience and quality should see them through, but expect nerves and fatigue to play a part. Como, with nothing to lose, could make life uncomfortable, especially if Inter’s attack is blunted by absences. Ultimately, Inter’s desperation and superior squad depth should tip the balance. Prediction: Como 1-2 Inter Milan.

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