Inter Milan host Arsenal at San Siro on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 8:00 PM UK time, in a high-stakes Champions League group stage match. Both teams sit with seven points in their group, making this a crucial clash for advancing in the competition. Inter recently survived a late scare against Venezia in Serie A, while Arsenal come off a frustrating 1-0 Premier League loss to Newcastle.
Match Significance
Arsenal’s Premier League form has dipped, with three games without a win, and they now face a formidable European test. Their Champions League campaign, however, has been solid, with seven points from three matches and no goals conceded. Despite their recent domestic struggles, Arsenal will aim to make their mark in Europe as they visit the reigning Serie A champions.
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Inter Milan, fresh from a 3-0 midweek win over BSC Young Boys, boast a similar seven-point tally and have also kept clean sheets in each group stage match so far. Having recently held off relegation-threatened Venezia, they enter this game in good form and hope to maintain their unbeaten streak at San Siro.
Team Analysis
Inter Milan
Inter could be without Alessandro Bastoni, who suffered cramps last weekend but is expected to recover in time. Carlos Augusto remains the only confirmed absentee, leaving Simone Inzaghi with a relatively full squad. Henrikh Mkhitaryan will be keen to make his mark against former club Arsenal, pairing up with Hakan Calhanoglu in midfield, while the attack should feature Lautaro Martinez and Mehdi Taremi.
Key Players: Lautaro Martinez is Inter’s primary goal threat, and Federico Dimarco provides creativity and width on the left. Yann Sommer’s shot-stopping ability will be critical in maintaining Inter’s defensive form.
Arsenal
Arsenal may have Martin Odegaard back, though his involvement is uncertain. Ben White and Gabriel are fit after recent issues, while Kieran Tierney and Takehiro Tomiyasu are out. Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli provide firepower on the flanks, while Leandro Trossard’s creativity could play a role in Odegaard’s absence.
Key Players: Bukayo Saka’s skill and pace are vital for Arsenal, and Declan Rice’s midfield control will be essential against Inter’s dynamic play. Goalkeeper David Raya will need to be on form to keep Inter’s forwards at bay.
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Predicted Lineups:
Inter Milan (3-5-2): Sommer; Pavard, De Vrij, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Mkhitaryan, Calhanoglu, Dimarco; Taremi, Martinez
Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Merino, Partey, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli
Head-to-Head and Form
Inter and Arsenal’s previous Champions League encounters include Arsenal’s memorable 5-1 win at San Siro in 2003. Inter have been solid at home, winning seven of their last eight matches across all competitions, while Arsenal’s away form in Europe has been strong, with no goals conceded in their group stage.
Betting Tips and Predictions
Prediction: Inter Milan 2-1 Arsenal
Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Inter Milan 2-1 Arsenal.
Justification: Inter’s home advantage and Arsenal’s injury issues could give the hosts a narrow edge in a close contest.
Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes. Both teams have offensive depth and should find chances to score.
Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5. With high stakes, expect a competitive match with multiple goals.
First Goal Scorer: Lautaro Martinez. His form and positioning make him a likely candidate to score first.
Hot Stat: Inter Milan have won seven of their last eight matches at home across all competitions.
