Inter Milan Vs Kairat Almaty – Victory Crucial To Nerazzurri’s Pursuit Of Automatic Champions League Last-16 Qualification | OneFootball

San Siro is the venue as Inter Milan and Kairat Almaty go head-to-head in their first-ever meeting in the Champions League.

According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Italian giants have no margin for error if they’re to secure automatic last-16 qualification.

Inter achieved this feat last season under Simone Inzaghi on their way to reaching the grand final in Munich.

Meanwhile, Cristian Chivu is keen to follow in his predecessor’s footsteps and guide the Nerazzurri to the second knockout round.

Furthermore, the Romanian has enjoyed a dream European start, winning his first three continental fixtures in charge of the club.

Inter Milan Cannot Afford Mistake vs Kairat Almaty

MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 25: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of Internazionale, gestures during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Torino FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 25, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Chivu’s men were ruthless in the opening three rounds, demolishing Ajax, Slavia Prague, and Royale Union SG by an aggregate score of 9-0.

Therefore, they’ve set themselves up perfectly for this clash against the Champions League debutants.

However, Inter would be wise not to take Kairat for granted, as they desperately need three points to strengthen their hopes of securing a top-eight finish.

Indeed, the Nerazzurri will meet Arsenal, Liverpool, Borussia Dortmund, and Atletico Madrid in the next four rounds.

Therefore, it’s needless to highlight the importance of claiming three points tonight.