Lazio will host Inter Milan in the 2025-26 Coppa Italia final at Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 9:00 p.m. Local time (7:00 p.m. UTC).
The match was confirmed by Lega Calcio Serie A following the semifinal results, with Lazio advancing after defeating Atalanta in a penalty shootout following a 2-2 aggregate draw, and Inter securing their place with a 3-2 victory over Como.
For Inter, this marks their 16th appearance in the Coppa Italia final, extending a storied history in the competition that includes nine titles, most recently in 2023 when they defeated Fiorentina.
Lazio, meanwhile, will formally be designated as the home team for the final despite the neutral venue status of Stadio Olimpico, per Serie A regulations that determine home designation based on semifinal outcomes and a subsequent draw.
The final’s timing places it in direct proximity to other major Italian sporting events, creating potential scheduling pressure on the city’s sports calendar.
Specifically, the Coppa Italia final coincides with the ongoing Internazionali d’Italia tennis tournament in Rome, a premier clay-court event on the ATP and WTA tours that traditionally runs for two weeks in May.
the date raises concerns about a possible conflict with the Derby della Capitale — the Serie A clash between Lazio and Roma — which could be forced to reschedule if both matches are initially slated for the same weekend.
While no official announcement has been made regarding the derby’s date as of this reporting, sources indicate that league organizers are reviewing fixture congestion to avoid overburdening Stadio Olimpico and local infrastructure.
The Coppa Italia final will be broadcast live in Italy on Canale 5 and streamed via Mediaset Infinity, ensuring wide domestic access to the match.
Internationally, coverage details are expected to be announced closer to the date, though previous finals have been distributed through platforms such as ESPN in select regions and via Serie A’s official international partners.
Ticket sale dates and pricing structures have not yet been released by either club, though Inter noted in their official statement that information would be communicated through inter.it in the hours following the confirmation.
Lazio has not issued a separate public update on ticketing procedures for the final as of this writing.
Both teams enter the final amid ongoing campaigns across multiple competitions.
Inter, under Simone Inzaghi, are competing for the Serie A title while also maintaining involvement in European competition, though their exact standing in the Champions League or Europa League is subject to ongoing match results.
Lazio, led by Maurizio Sarri, are similarly engaged in Serie A and European pursuits, with their Coppa Italia run representing a potential pathway to continental qualification should they win the trophy.
Historically, the winner of the Coppa Italia earns automatic qualification for the following season’s UEFA Europa League group stage, unless they have already secured a Champions League berth through league position, in which case the Europa League spot typically passes to the next highest-ranked league finisher.
No player injuries or suspensions related to the final have been officially confirmed by either club at this time, though both squads have reported minor fitness concerns during their respective semifinal legs.
Inter noted that Yann Bisseck came off the bench with a thigh concern during their win over Como, while Lazio reported that Mario Gila left their match against Atalanta due to a tendon blow, and Adam Marusic played through a calf issue.
Luis Henrique of Inter was also cited as having suffered an adductor magnus strain in his right thigh, though no timeline for his return has been disclosed.
These updates were shared by the clubs in their official match reports and are being monitored ahead of the final.
The Stadio Olimpico, which has hosted numerous Coppa Italia finals over the decades, will once again serve as the stage for one of Italian football’s most prestigious single-match competitions.
With a capacity exceeding 70,000, the venue is expected to be at or near full attendance for the final, reflecting the high stakes and historical significance of the Lazio-Inter rivalry in cup competitions.
As the date approaches, both clubs will finalize preparations, with tactical considerations and squad selection becoming focal points for media and fans alike.
The winner will not only claim the Coppa Italia trophy but also add to their legacy in a competition that has seen Inter dominate historically while Lazio seeks to close the gap in recent years.
For now, the focus remains on the confirmed May 13 showdown in Rome, where one team will lift the trophy and the other will look ahead to future opportunities.
Stay tuned to Archysport for official updates on ticketing, broadcast information, and any developments regarding potential fixture adjustments involving the Derby della Capitale or other Roman sporting events in mid-May 2026.
