Roma vs. Inter preview: Team news, prediction, date, and how to watch Serie A on DAZN

Serie A returns after a fortnight's rest following the October international break, with the season still only six rounds old and the table still taking shape. 

DAZN is showing 380 live games across the 2025-26 season, and matchday seven's headline act sees two teams who have title ambitions as Roma host Inter. 

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It's been almost a perfect start for Roma boss Gian Piero Gasperini, having taken charge of I Giallorossi in the summer, with only one defeat so far this season and currently only goal difference separating them from the top of the table. 

This weekend looks like, on paper, their toughest task yet, as they welcome Inter to Rome, but it will give them the ideal opportunity to show if they are genuine title contenders this season. 

Inter are already beginning to show those kinds of traits, having gotten over their awkward start to the season. Christian Chivu's men come into the game three points off their opponents, but having won three league games on the bounce. 

DAZN News has all the information ahead of Roma vs Inter.

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Roma vs. Inter kick-off, date 

Roma vs. Inter will take place at 7:45pm BST on Saturday, October 18,  in Serie A. 

Fans watching in the US and Canada can catch the game at 2:45pm EST and 11:45am PT 

• Date: Saturday, October 18
• Kick-off: 7:45pm BST /2:45pm EST / 11:45am PT 

Where is Roma vs Inter?

Roma vs Inter will take place at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.

One of Italy's most famous stadiums, the 70,000-capacity arena is the second biggest in Serie A and has been the setting for the 1990 World Cup Final as well as the Champions League final in 1996 and 2009. 

Roma vs Inter team news 

Roma 

Leon Bailey could return to the squad and Paulo Dybala could also be available, but Angelino is a major doubt with bronchitis. 

Previous XI: Svilar, Celik, Mancini, Ndicka, Franca, Tsimikas, Kone, Cristante, Baldanzi, Soule, Dovbyk (vs Fiorentina 5 October) 

Inter 

Marcus Thuram remains Inter's major doubt for the game after his missed international duty with France following a hamstring issue. Matteo Darmain also misses out. 

Previous XI:  Sommer, Akanji, De Vrij, Bastoni, Dumfries, Dimarco, Frattesi, Barella, Mkhitaryan, Bonny, Martinez (vs Cremonese, 4 October) 

@Inter

Roma vs Inter prediction

This has the makings of a cracking game, but a tight one, too. Roma have been one of the league's steeliest teams so far, and therefore it may only take a single goal to win this one. 

Prediction: Roma 1-0 Inter

How to watch Serie A on DAZN? 

DAZN brings fans closer to the action with live coverage of all 10 matches per round, delivering world-class Italian football to more fans in more ways in the  United Kingdom and Ireland, Canada, and the U.S (Spanish-language only).

You can watch Serie A games via the DAZN App, available on smart TV's, phones, tablets, streaming devices, games consoles and web browsers.

If you do not have the App already then just follow these instructions....

• Download the free DAZN App from your normal App store on your TV, phone, tablet, or streaming device
• On a laptop or PC   visit www.DAZN.com/home
• Select 'Get started' or 'log in'
• Enter your email address, or sign up via the Apple, Google or Facebook options
• You then have access to all of DAZN's free content, including the Matchroom boxing channel and FIFA+
• Then find our Serie A page and click 'buy now'

How much does it cost to watch Serie A on DAZN?

UK Italian football fans can purchase a dedicated Serie A subscription to get all 380 games of the 2025-26 season live.

U.S. and Canadian customers get Serie A as part of their regular DAZN subscription.

For more information and to sign up, head here now.

What else do you get with a DAZN account?

In addition to live coverage, DAZN has highlights for the Serie A Championship, Coppa Italia and Supercoppa Italiana worldwide – excluding Italy, Republic of San Marino, Vatican City, and the MENA region.  

Highlights will be available at least one hour after the final whistle.

Having a DAZN account also gets you access to action across the UEFA Women's Champions League, NFL, PDC Darts, LIV Golf, Super League Basketball and Saudi Pro League**.

Free TV Channels include Matchroom Boxing, PGA Tour, PDC Darts, PowerSports World, Billiard TV and Padel Time TV**.

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