Football predictions for 5 Apr 2026: analysis of 2 promising matches to watch, FA Cup excitement, today's football schedule. The focus is on key fixtures and insights.
On 5 April 2026, today's football predictions cover important matches, focusing on England's FA Cup quarterfinals and Italy's Serie A, which impacts the championship race. Follow the analysis and key insights on these two matches.
- FA Cup quarterfinal / Kickoff at 22:30
The "Hammers," three-time champions, progressed past Brentford after a 2-2 draw followed by a 5-3 penalty win. They then went two matches without victory, drawing 1-1 at home against Manchester City and losing 0-2 away to Aston Villa. However, West Ham remain unbeaten at home in their last 6 matches across all competitions, conceding only once (a 0-0 draw with Bournemouth). The latest team news includes uncertainty over winger Krystian Summerwill's fitness, while key players Jarrod Bowen, Tomas Soucek, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka are available.
The "Peacocks," one-time champions, advanced through three rounds by beating Championship teams (Derby County, Birmingham City, Norwich City) to reach the quarterfinals for the first time in 23 years. They have kept clean sheets in their last three games, drawing with Crystal Palace and Brentford in the league but have failed to score in the Premier League for four consecutive matches. A key question is whether star striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who withdrew from England duty due to injury, will recover in time. If not, West Ham's strong home form may prove decisive.
Prediction West Ham edges out Leeds to advance.
- Serie A Italy / Kickoff at 01:45
The "Nerazzurri" still lead AC Milan by 6 points with eight matches remaining. However, since star striker and captain Lautaro Martínez was injured, their form has dipped, failing to win in their last four games (three draws, one loss), including a defeat to title rivals AC Milan. Still, their home league record remains strong with 11 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in 15 matches. There is hope Lautaro Martínez will return from injury since February. He could join forces with Marcus Thuram or Pio Esposito alongside Nicolò Barella and Hakan Çalhanoğlu.
The "Giallorossi" are still chasing a Champions League spot, trailing Como by 3 points. Although they lost at home to Inter in October, they have won 2 of their last 3 visits to San Siro, losing once. Their recent form is weak, exiting the Europa League round of 16 after losing to Bologna and going five matches without a win (2 draws, 3 losses). They recently beat Lecce 1-0 before the international break. Squad issues include the injured key fullback Wesley and fitness doubts for Manu Koné. While Donyell Malen offers attacking threat, Inter is expected to prevail.
Prediction Inter narrowly wins.