Inter hand Luis Henrique a rare start as they travel to Pisa seeking a response after successive defeats. With key defenders missing but Mkhitaryan returning, punters might back Inter to win narrowly or take an Inter -0.5 Asian handicap; Pisa’s recent string of draws makes a low-scoring contest and both-teams-to-score market attractive. Kick-off: 30 Nov, 14:00 CET.
Inter aim to halt slide as Luis Henrique starts in tricky trip to Pisa
Cristian Chivu makes changes as Inter try to recover from consecutive losses to AC Milan and Atletico Madrid. The Nerazzurri arrive under pressure and will hope new attacking permutations can spark a reaction at the Arena Garibaldi on 30 November, 14:00 CET.
Team news: injuries, returns and line-up decisions
Inter remain without Denzel Dumfries, Tomas Palacios and Raffaele Di Gennaro, while Ange-Yoan Bonny is sidelined with flu symptoms. Henrikh Mkhitaryan returns after a month out with muscular issues. Summer signing Luis Henrique is given a rare start on the right wing, replacing Carlos Augusto. Lautaro Martínez pairs with Marcus Thuram up front, supported by Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Petar Sučić in midfield.
Pisa continue to cope with absences: Daniel Denoon, Isak Vural, Mateus Lusuardi, Tomás Esteves, Ebenezer Akinsanmio and Calvin Stengs are out, but Marius Marin returns to the squad. Veteran Raul Albiol adds experience at the back while M’Bala Nzola leads the attack.
Tactical outlook
Inter are likely to search for control through midfield, using Çalhanoğlu’s set-piece threat and Barella’s drive to create chances for Martínez and Thuram. The inclusion of Luis Henrique suggests Chivu wants more width and directness on the right. Pisa, under Alberto Gilardino, have become difficult to break down; their recent run of draws shows a compact, counter-ready setup that frustrates opponents.
Form guide and context
Inter: recent results include defeats to Milan and Atletico Madrid, with mixed domestic form that makes a response essential. Pisa: unbeaten in six across all competitions after early-season struggles, including draws with Milan, Lazio, Torino and Sassuolo and a lone win over Cremonese.
Probable line-ups
Pisa: Scuffet; Caracciolo, Albiol, Canestrelli; Touré, Piccinini, Aebischer, Marin, Angori; Meister, Nzola Inter: Sommer; Akanji, Acerbi, Bastoni; Luis Henrique, Barella, Çalhanoğlu, Sučić, Dimarco; Lautaro Martínez, Thuram
Betting outlook and tips
The clash projects as a tight affair. Inter’s need for points and attacking talent makes them a reasonable pick to edge the game, but Pisa’s resilience suggests a narrow scoreline. Consider: - Back Inter to win or Inter -0.5 Asian handicap for a slightly safer stake. - Markets to watch: Under 3.5 goals and Both Teams To Score, given Pisa’s recent draws and Inter’s attacking changes.
Match details
Date: 30 November 2025 Kick-off: 14:00 CET Venue: Arena Garibaldi – Stadio Romeo Anconetani, Pisa
What to expect
Expect intensity from Inter as they push to stop the rot, but prepare for a stern defensive test from Pisa. Punters should weigh Inter’s quality against Pisa’s form and low-risk markets that reflect a potentially cagey contest.
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