Saturday, October 18, is a special day for Rome: the city is buzzing with football fever, the streets are abuzz with talk of the upcoming match, and the Stadio Olimpico is already vibrating with anticipation of the clash between Roma and Inter. The seventh round of Serie A promises to be a real celebration, and the tension is palpable in every corner of the capital. The starting whistle will sound at 16:00 UTC, and tickets for the games have been sold out for a week — they were snapped up in a matter of days.
Match details
| Date | October 18, 2025 |
| Time | 16:00 UTC |
| Venue | Stadio Olimpico, Rome |
| Competition | Serie A, Round 7 |
| Referee | Still a secret |
| Attendance | About 65,000 spectators |
Interestingly, both clubs are currently on the rise, but they can’t stand each other — no wonder journalists have called this match the “mini-final” of the entire round. For fans, the prediction has become a small ritual, and the games themselves are more than just 90 minutes on the field.
Statistics of previous matches. Head to head
The history of Roma against Inter is a separate chapter in Italian football. 183 official matches, 531 goals scored. The numbers speak for themselves: almost three goals per game!
Recent head to head clashes looked like this:
| Date | Match | Score |
| 27.04.2025 | AS Roma – Inter | 1-0 |
| 12.2024 | Inter – Roma | 2-1 |
| 09.2024 | Roma – Inter | 0-1 |
| 05.2024 | Inter – Roma | 3-1 |
| 01.2024 | Roma – Inter | 2-2 |
The Wolves play completely differently at home — that’s a fact. But Inter Milan masterfully finishes off its opponents in the final stretch. See for yourself: the last six goals against Roma, four of them after the 70th minute. Coincidence? Hardly.
The coaches have not yet revealed their lineups. However, sources at the Roman club are rumoring that some young players will make their debut. If true, the odds could change significantly. We will find out the lineups an hour before the match, as usual. Sometimes, even one substitution can turn the odds upside down and completely change the dynamics of the match.
Serie A 25/26 standings
The current championship is proving unpredictable. The tournament table is a real mess, especially in the European Cup zone. A gap of only two points is nothing. One successful result can radically change the standings.
Current standings:
| Position | Team | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Points |
| 1 | Milan | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 2 | Napoli | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 3 | Roma | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 4 | Juventus | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| 5 | Inter | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
An interesting fact: over the last three seasons, none of these teams has fallen below eighth place by the end of October. Traditions are traditions. Fans are already discussing which group will come out on top and be able to maintain its lead in such tight standings.
Predictions and betting odds
When it comes to betting, analysts’ opinions are divided. Bookmakers are being cautious with the odds, which is understandable—there are too many variables. Such competitions always raise the level of interest, because every mistake or goal can be a decisive moment.
Popular options for bets:
- Outcome (who will be the winner in regular time)
- Total goals — more or less than 2.5
- Both teams to score (very popular in such a confrontation)
- Exact score (risky but profitable)
- Statistics for individual players
Most experts agree on one thing — the match will be high-scoring. Predictions from leading analysts point to a 2-1 win for the hosts or a hard-fought 1-1 draw. Although, to be honest, when it comes to such fierce rivals, any prediction could be wrong.
Italian football experts offer some interesting tips. They advise paying attention to bets on corners and warnings — emotions run high in such matches. This means that the referee will be very active. The final odds will appear about three hours before the starting whistle, when the final team lineups are known. For betting players, such matches are a chance not only to experience the thrill of gambling, but also to get closer to a lon