Today's game between Inter and Monza will kick-off at Aug 22, 2026, 12:30 PM.
Inter vs Monza is available to watch live in the United States across several platforms. TV channel and live stream options for US viewers are listed below.
 | ||
 | ||
 | ||
 | ||
 | ||
 |
Inter open the defence of their Serie A title at the Giuseppe Meazza on Saturday, August 22, when newly promoted Monza arrive in Milan for the first match of the 2026-27 campaign.
Cristian Chivu's side claimed the Scudetto with authority last season, finishing 11 points clear at the top and posting the division's best attacking record. Winning back-to-back titles is the target, and the summer window has only reinforced that ambition.
Inter have added significantly to their squad, with Curtis Jones arriving from Liverpool in a deal worth up to 35 million euros — the culmination of a pursuit that stretched back to January. He joins fellow English arrivals John Stones and Djed Spence as the club's third British signing of the summer. The midfield, already stacked with options, now faces questions about who plays and who moves on.
Monza, meanwhile, return to Serie A after a single season in Serie B. Ivan Juric took charge and guided them through the promotion playoffs, and he claimed a Coppa Italia first-round win over Avellino last Friday to begin his top-flight tenure. The task at San Siro, though, could scarcely be more demanding.
Matteo Pessina will miss at least four months with a knee injury, robbing Juric of his captain before a ball has been kicked in the league. Monza finished bottom of Serie A in 2024-25 with just 18 points, and their last appearance at this stadium ended in a 2-0 defeat to Milan.
For Inter, Henrikh Mkhitaryan serves a suspension, though Chivu has the depth to absorb that loss without disruption. Lautaro Martinez leads the attack and carries a notable record against this opponent.
Read on for everything you need to know about how to watch Inter vs Monza, including TV channel options, live stream details, and kick-off time.
How to watch Inter vs Monza with VPN
If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.
A VPN, such as ExpressVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. A step-by-step guide is described later in this article, or you can also check out our guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.
Team news & squads
Inter vs Monza Probable lineups
Starting XI
Manager
- C. Chivu
- I. Juric
Inter head into the season opener without Henrikh Mkhitaryan, who is suspended. Chivu's projected XI features Josep Martinez in goal, with a back line of Yann Aurel Bisseck, Alessandro Bastoni, and Manuel Akanji. Piotr Zielinski, Andy Diouf, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Nicolo Barella are named in midfield, with Federico Dimarco on the left. Lautaro Martinez and Francesco Pio Esposito lead the attack. No injury absences are reported for the home side.
Monza are without Matteo Pessina, who faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines with a knee problem. Juric's projected starting XI shows Semuel Pizzignacco in goal, a back three of Filippo Delli Carri, Eddy Kouadio, and Andrea Carboni, with Ricardo Mangas, Foe Ondoa, Patrick Cutrone, Andrea Colpani, Samuele Birindelli, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, and Gustavo Varela completing the lineup. No suspensions are recorded for the away squad.
Form
Inter arrive on the back of four wins and one draw from their last five matches, all of which came in pre-season. They beat Real Betis 1-0 most recently, and earlier in the summer defeated Juventus 2-1 and Manchester City in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. The only blemish was a 1-1 stalemate with AC Milan. Inter scored five goals across those five outings and conceded three.
Monza's last five results are more mixed: three wins, one draw, and one loss. Their most recent outing was a 3-0 Coppa Italia win over Avellino on August 14, while a 3-3 draw with Calcio Padova preceded that. Their best pre-season result was a 4-2 win over Milan Futuro. They did lose 3-1 to Aris Thessaloniki during the summer. Across those five games, Monza scored 13 goals and conceded 10.
Head-to-Head Record
Head to Head
The most recent meeting between these clubs was a pre-season friendly in August 2025, which finished 2-2 with Monza as the nominal home side. Before that, Inter beat Monza 3-2 in a Serie A fixture at the Giuseppe Meazza in March 2025. Across the last five encounters in all competitions, Inter have won twice, Monza have not won once, and two matches have ended level — including a 1-1 Serie A draw in September 2024.
Standings
In the Serie A table, Inter are currently placed ninth and Monza thirteenth.
Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Inter vs Monza today
NordVPN- Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
- Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
- Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.
How to watch on the Big Screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:
- Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.