Lazio vs Inter Milan meet in the 2025/26 Coppa Italia Final on Wednesday, 13 May 2026 at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, with kick-off set for 21:00 CEST. The final will be shown live in Italy on Canale 5 and streamed on Mediaset Infinity, making this one of the biggest domestic fixtures on the Italian football calendar.
The final comes only days after Inter beat Lazio 3-0 in the 2025-26 Serie A at the same stadium. This result gave the Nerazzurri a strong psychological edge heading into the cup decider.
Lautaro Martínez scored early, Petar Sučić added a second goal before half-time, and Henrikh Mkhitaryan sealed the victory. At the same time, Lazio ended the match with 10 men after Alessio Romagnoli received a red card.
Lazio vs Inter Milan – Prediction, Team News, Starting XI | 2026 Coppa Italia Final
| Match | Lazio vs Inter Milan |
|---|---|
| Competition | Coppa Italia Frecciarossa Final 2025/26 |
| Date | Wednesday, 13 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 21:00 CEST |
| Venue | Stadio Olimpico, Rome |
| Lazio Coppa form: | Lazio: W W W Inter Milan: W W W |
Where to Watch Lazio vs Inter Milan
In Italy, the Coppa Italia final will be shown live on Canale 5 and streamed on Mediaset Infinity. The pre-match build-up on Radio TV Serie A, plus live minute-by-minute coverage and post-match interviews on the league’s digital platforms.
For viewers outside Italy, the broadcast situation depends on local rights holders, so checking local listings remains the safest option.
Who will be the next champion?
Inter arrive with momentum and a major trophy within reach. This is the highest-scoring season in Inter’s history across all competitions, with 118 goals already scored in 2025/26, and they have also produced 27 Serie A goals from set-pieces, more than any other team in the league. That kind of output is exactly why Inter are viewed as slight favourites going into the final.
Lazio, though, is hardly short on motivation. This is a chance to turn a difficult end-of-season run into something memorable, and cup finals often erase recent form once the whistle goes.
This is the second official meeting between Maurizio Sarri and Cristian Chivu, after Inter’s earlier league win.
Journey of Final
Lazio defeated arch-rivals AC Milan 1–0 in the Round of 16 at the Stadio Olimpico, courtesy of a decisive goal by Mattia Zaccagni.
Lazio defeated defending cup champions Bologna on penalties in the quarter-finals and then faced Atalanta in a thrilling two-legged clash. After a 2–2 draw in Rome for the first leg, they battled to a 1–1 draw in Bergamo.
On the other site Inter Milan Handily eliminated Venezia and Torino to advance through the bracket.
| Stage | Lazio’s Results | Inter Milan’s Results |
|---|---|---|
| Round of 16 | 1–0 vs. AC Milan | Defeated Venezia |
| Quarter-finals | 1–1 (Penalties won) vs. Bologna | Defeated Torino |
| Semi-finals | 3–3 aggregate (4–1 Penalties won) vs. Atalanta | 3–2 aggregate vs. Como |
Team News
Lazio Team News
Lazio head into the final with no players suspended, although several names are one booking away from suspension in other contexts.
The importance of key figures such as Mattia Zaccagni, Alessio Romagnoli, Nuno Tavares, and Ivan Provedel in the current squad.
Their biggest immediate concern is bouncing back from Sunday’s league defeat, when Inter exposed gaps in the back line.
Inter Milan Team News
Inter also have no suspensions for the final, and Lega Serie A notes that only a small group of players are one booking away from a ban in future matches.
The importance of Lautaro Martínez, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Yann Sommer and Josep Martínez in the squad, while Chivu’s press conference stressed the need to stay calm, humble and focused for the final.
Head-to-Head
This final has an interesting tactical and emotional backdrop. Inter already beat Lazio 3-0 in the league just days earlier, and that the match is only the second official meeting between Sarri and Chivu.
That gives Inter a recent edge, but cup finals are a different animal, especially at a neutral venue like the Stadio Olimpico.
Lazio vs Inter Milan Starting XI
These are starting lineups based on current preview reports and club squad information.
- Lazio — (4-3-3): Motta; Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Tavares; Basic, Patric, Taylor; Isaksen, Noslin, Zaccagni
- Inter Milan — (3-5-2): J. Martinez; Bisseck, Akanji, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Zielinski, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Thuram, L. Martinez
Key Players to watch
Inter Milan
- Lautaro Martínez (Forward)
- Marcus Thuram (Forward)
- Federico Dimarco (Wing-back)
- Nicolo Barella (Midfielder)
Lazio
- Edoardo Motta (Goalkeeper)
- Mattia Zaccagni (Winger)
- Gustav Isaksen (Forward)
- Nuno Tavares (Full-back)
Prediction
Inter look slightly stronger on form, confidence and squad rhythm. Their recent 3-0 win over Lazio at the same stadium matters, and their ability to score from open play and set-pieces gives them multiple ways to hurt opponents.
Lazio has enough quality to make the final competitive, but they will need to play much cleaner defensively than they did on Sunday.
- Predicted Score: Lazio 1-2 Inter Milan.
What time does Lazio vs Inter Milan kick off?
The final kicks off at 21:00 CEST on Wednesday, 13 May 2026.
Where is the Coppa Italia final being played?
The match is being played at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.
Where can I watch Lazio vs Inter in Italy?
Lega Serie A says the match will be on Canale 5 and Mediaset Infinity.
Who is the referee for the final?
Lega Serie A and Inter both confirm Marco Guida as the referee.