Inter Milan 2025-26: Can They Win Back-to-Back Scudetti?
Inter Milan won the Scudetto last season, ending a two-year drought. Now they're trying to win back-to-back titles for the first time since 2009. They're top of the table, but Napoli and Juventus are breathing down their necks. Can Inter hold on?
The Inzaghi system
Simone Inzaghi's 3-5-2 system is the foundation of Inter's success. The three center-backs provide defensive stability, the wing-backs provide width, and the two strikers create a constant threat. It's a system that requires specific players — athletic wing-backs, intelligent center-backs, and strikers who can work in tandem.
The key to Inter's attack is the connection between Lautaro Martínez and Marcus Thuram. Lautaro is the finisher — he scores from inside the box, he's clinical, and he's always in the right position. Thuram is the creator — he drops deep, he links play, and his passing unlocks defenses. Together, they're one of the best strike partnerships in Europe.
Key players
Lautaro Martínez: The captain and the best striker in Serie A. 19 goals in 28 games, and he's been consistent all season. His movement off the ball is world-class, and his finishing is ruthless. If Inter win the Scudetto, Lautaro will be the main reason.
Alessandro Bastoni: The best left-sided center-back in the world. His passing from the back is exceptional, and his defensive positioning is perfect. He's the player who makes Inter's build-up play work.
Nicolò Barella: The engine of Inter's midfield. His energy, his pressing, and his ability to arrive late in the box make him one of the most complete midfielders in Europe. He's been linked with moves to the Premier League, but Inter are determined to keep him.
The challenges
Inter's biggest challenge is depth. When key players get injured, the quality drops significantly. Last season, they had the luxury of rotating their squad because they weren't in the Champions League knockout rounds. This season, they're competing on multiple fronts, and the fixture congestion is taking its toll.
The other challenge is complacency. Inter won the Scudetto comfortably last season, and there's a risk that they've become too comfortable. Napoli and Juventus are hungrier, and they're pushing Inter every week. Inter need to rediscover the intensity that made them champions.
The verdict
Inter are still the favorites to win the Scudetto. They have the best defense in the league, the best striker, and the most experienced manager. But the margin for error is small — one bad run of results could hand the title to Napoli or Juventus. The final 10 games will be decisive.