Inter will go full strength for Saturday night’s UEFA Champions League final against PSG, with several key players returning from injury ahead of the massive showdown in Munich — here is our predicted lineup.
Is Lautaro Martinez Fit to Play?
Yes — Lautaro Martinez has returned to full training and is expected to start. The Inter captain had been dealing with an injury sustained in the first leg of the semifinal against Barcelona and played through pain during the return leg.
His inclusion is a massive boost, as he looks to become the first Inter player to score 10 goals in a single Champions League campaign. He could also join an elite group by scoring in all four knockout rounds.
Inter Injury Report
The Nerazzurri have had late fitness concerns over Benjamin Pavard, Yann Bisseck, and Piotr Zielinski, but all three have now rejoined full training.
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Pavard has missed the last four matches with an ankle issue but looks ready to return.
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Zielinski was absent from the final Serie A game against Como but has also trained this week.
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Bisseck, who came off early in the Como match, is expected to be fit. If not, Stefan de Vrij or Carlos Augusto could step in.
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The only confirmed absentee is Valentin Carboni, out with a long-term ACL injury.
Inter Predicted Lineup vs PSG
Here is the predicted Inter lineup in Inzaghi’s trusted 3-5-2 formation:
Inter Predicted XI:
Sommer; Bissesck, Acerbi, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Thuram, Martinez
Inter’s Tactical Setup and Mkhitaryan’s Chance at European History
Inzaghi will be banking on midfield dynamism and wingback width to challenge PSG’s defense. They will likely allow the opposition to have the ball for the majority of the game and rely on their transitional threat through Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez.
Henrikh Mikhitaryan, fresh off a strong season himself, has the chance to make personal history — should Inter win, he would complete a unique European treble, having already lifted the Europa League with Manchester United and the Conference League with Roma.
With both squads close to full health, this final promises a high-caliber tactical battle. PSG, still chasing their first-ever Champions League title, will be wary of Inter’s experience and cohesion.
Why This Final Matters for Serie A
Inter’s second final in three years signals a resurgence for Italian clubs in Europe. A win in Munich could have huge implications for Serie A’s international perception and UEFA coefficient ranking, as we’ve discussed in detail in what an Inter win would mean for Serie A.
For Inzaghi and his players, this is not just about glory — it’s about redemption after the 2023 loss to Manchester City.
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