Inter vs. Kairat Almaty: Champions League Line-Up Revealed
Inter Milan is set to face Kairat Almaty in an upcoming UEFA Champions League match. The fixture will take place at the iconic San Siro stadium on September 30, 2025, kicking off at 20:00 GMT. This match is crucial as Inter aims to maintain its perfect record in the group stage.
Champions League Performance
Inter Milan has had an impressive Champions League season thus far. The team has won all three of its matches, achieving victories against:
- Ajax
- Slavia Prague
- Union Saint-Gilloise
Remarkably, they haven’t conceded a single goal in these fixtures.
Kairat Almaty’s Struggles
Kairat Almaty, hailing from Kazakhstan, has faced significant challenges in the tournament. They lost 4-1 to Sporting CP and suffered a 5-0 defeat against Real Madrid. However, they managed to secure their first point with a 0-0 draw against Pafos, a match in which the opposing team played with ten men for most of the game.
Squad Rotation and Key Players
In the match against Kairat, Inter’s lineup will see Lautaro Martinez leading the attack, accompanied by Francesco Pio Esposito. Notably, Marcus Thuram will be on the bench, returning after a month-long injury hiatus. Meanwhile, Davide Frattesi will step into midfield due to the absence of injured players Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Matteo Darmian.
Kairat Almaty’s Line-Up and Challenges
Kairat is facing injury concerns as well, particularly with captain Aleksandr Martynovich sidelined. The team also misses Joao Paulo and Elder Santana due to long-term knee injuries.
Match Line-up
The confirmed line-ups for the match are as follows:
Inter Milan:
- Goalkeeper: Sommer
- Defenders: Bisseck, De Vrij, Carlos Augusto
- Midfielders: Dumfries, Frattesi, Barella, Zielinski, Dimarco
- Forwards: Esposito, Lautaro Martinez
Kairat Almaty:
- Goalkeeper: Anarbekov
- Defenders: Mrynskiy, Shirobokov, Sorokin, Luis Mata
- Midfielders: Kassabulat, Arad, Gromyko, Jorginho, Satpayev
- Forward: Edmilson
What Lies Ahead
This match is integral for both teams. For Inter, a win would solidify their dominance in the group stage, while Kairat seeks to secure its first points in the competition. Fans can anticipate an engaging match as these two teams clash in Milan.
