San Siro, one of the Iconic stadiums in Italy, is set to feature a highly anticipated match in the UEFA Champions League between Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid. This tie has been one of the most hyped matches in the Round of 16, as both teams are in a good rhythm.
Inter Milan had a tough season last time out in Serie A. But the Nerazzurri are now having a solid season, leading the league table with 63 points after 24 games. They are also nine points ahead of second-placed Juventus with one game in their hands.
Although Atletico Madrid are nine 11 points behind the table topper in La Liga, they are now showing their fighting spirit across all competitions. After the defeat against Sevilla, the Simeone boys reacted ruthlessly in their following game in the La Liga. They humiliated Las Palmas with five goals to get back on the winning track.
It is no doubt Atletico Madrid will have a strong fight tonight when they face off against the home team, Inter Milan.
Stats & Facts
- The two teams have played only one game before against each other. This only meeting took place in the UEFA Super Cup in 2010, where Atletico Madrid registered a comfortable victory by a 2-0 margin, thanks to the goals from Jose Antonio and Sergio Aguero.
- Atletico have a dominating record under Diego Simeone against the Italian clubs. Under him, Atletico Madrid have won five of their six knockout games in European competitions against the Italian clubs. However, their only defeat came from their most recent meeting with Juventus back in the 2018-2019 Champions League campaign when Juventus defeated them by 3-0.
- Since Inter Milan defeated FC Barcelona in 2010, tonight’s meeting with Atletico Madrid will be Inter Milan’s first knockout stage game against a Spanish team.
- Atletico Madrid’s away records against the Italian clubs in European competitions are not strong enough. They have won only five of their 18 away matches against Italian clubs in European competitions.
- Inter Milan have been playing great in the UEFA Champions League. They have lost only one of their last 13 games in this competition. However, their only defeat came in last season’s final against Manchester City.
Team News
Inter Milan’s wing-backs Matteo Darmian and Federico Dimarco were given a rest in the match against Salernitana. However, this duo is likely to play from the starting XI tonight. Francesco Acerbi got a knock during the match against AS Roma. He is still in doubt ahead of tonight’s clash.
As for Atletico Madrid, they will miss the service of Gabriel Paulista, Cesar Azpilicueta, and Thomas Lemar due to their respective injury. Striker Alvaro Morata got a knee injury in the match against Sevilla and was withdrawn at halftime. He hasn’t recovered yet and is likely to miss the game.
Possible Lineup for Inter Milan:
Sommer; Pavard, Acerbi, Bastoni; Darmian, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Thuram, Martinez
Possible Lineup for Atletico Madrid:
Oblak; Savic, Witsel, Hermoso; Llorente, Barrios, De Paul, Koke, Lino; Griezmann, Depay
Prediction: Inter Milan 2-1 Atletico Madrid
Inter Milan are having a great time in Serie A. They have won all their last five league games to extend their lead at the top of the table. Since losing to Bologna in the Coppa Italia, the Nerazzurri are now unbeaten in their last ten games. During this time, they have defeated teams like Lazio, Napoli, Juventus, Roma, and others.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid have been inconsistent in their recent games. They have lost to Girona, Real Madrid, and Sevilla in a short period of time. Therefore, Inter Milan are favorite for tonight’s game at San Siro.
Betfair Odds
Inter Milan: 1.66
Draw: 3.80
Atletico Madrid: 5.94
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