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The San Siro will be the venue for a Serie A clash as Inter Milan take on Empoli on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 7:45 PM UK time. Inter, sitting 2nd in the table with 44 points, are aiming to close the gap on league leaders Napoli, while Empoli, in 14th with 20 points, are fighting to stay clear of the relegation zone. Inter come into this match after a 2-2 draw with Bologna, while Empoli suffered a 3-1 defeat to Lecce. With both teams in need of points, this promises to be an intriguing encounter.

Team Analysis:

Inter Milan:

Inter Milan have been in excellent form this season, with their only blemish being a recent draw against Bologna. They come into this match unbeaten in their last 14 league games.

• Current Form: Inter’s last outing was a 2-2 draw with Bologna, where they fought back from an early goal to take the lead before conceding a late equaliser. This followed a 3-0 victory over Lazio and a 2-1 win against Roma, leaving them unbeaten in their last 14 league matches.
• Key Players: Marcus Thuram (12 goals) has been the standout performer in attack, while Lautaro Martínez (10 goals) provides additional firepower. Nicolò Barella is a key figure in midfield.
• Injuries: Inter will be without Yann Bisseck, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Joaquin Correa. Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Francesco Acerbi could return to the squad.
• Home Form: Inter have been strong at home, with six wins, three draws, and one loss in their 10 league games at the San Siro this season.

Empoli:

Empoli have been struggling this season, with their form dipping under Davide Nicola. They come into this match winless in their last five league games.

• Current Form: Empoli’s last outing was a 3-1 defeat to Lecce, where they fell behind early and were unable to recover. This followed a 1-1 draw with Salernitana and a 2-0 loss to Fiorentina, leaving them winless in their last five league matches.
• Key Players: Sebastiano Esposito (7 goals) has been crucial in attack, while Lorenzo Colombo provides a goal threat. Alberto Grassi is a key figure in midfield.
• Injuries: Empoli will be without Tino Anjorin, Ola Solbakken, Pietro Pellegri, Nicolas Haas, Saba Sazonov, and Tyronne Ebuehi.
• Away Form: Empoli have been poor on the road, with just four wins, one draw, and five losses in their 10 away league games this season.

Head-to-Head and Past Encounters:

Inter Milan have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning the last four Serie A meetings against Empoli. The reverse fixture in October saw Inter secure a 3-0 victory, with goals from Davide Frattesi and Lautaro Martínez. Empoli’s last win in this fixture came in April 2023, highlighting their struggles against Inter.

Prediction:

Inter Milan’s superior form and home advantage make them heavy favourites for this clash. Empoli’s injury woes and poor away form further tilt the scales in Inter’s favour. Expect a comfortable win for the hosts.

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Inter Milan 3-0 Empoli

Betting Tips:

• Both Teams to Score: No
  (Empoli have struggled to score consistently, especially against top teams.)
• Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over
  (Inter’s attacking style and Empoli’s defensive vulnerabilities suggest a high-scoring game.)
• Anytime Goalscorer: Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan)
  (The French forward has been in fine form and is a constant threat.)

Hot Stat:

Inter Milan have scored in each of their last 32 league games at the San Siro, a run stretching back to February 2024.

Possible Lineups:

Inter Milan: Sommer; Pavard, De Vrij, Augusto; Dumfries, Barella, Asllani, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Martinez, Thuram
Empoli: Vasquez; Goglichidze, Ismajli, Viti; Gyasi, Henderson, Grassi, Cacace, Pezzella; Esposito; Colombo.

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