Football Predictions
As Atletico Madrid prepares for the upcoming second leg of their Champions League clash, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Following a disappointing 3-0 defeat in the Copa del Rey last week, the Champions League remains Atletico’s sole opportunity for silverware this season. Their recent form has been underwhelming, with just a single victory in their last four matches across all competitions.
Inter Milan narrowly secured a win in the first leg, thanks to a late goal from Marko Arnautovic, who finally found the net after missing several easier chances. Despite their struggle to convert opportunities, Inter will be bolstered by their first-leg defensive performance, which completely shut down Atletico, preventing them from registering even one shot on target.
Inter’s recent Champions League track record is commendable. The team has won seven out of its last nine home games—a stark improvement from its performance in the 21 matches prior. Its first-leg victory also marked it as the first team from Serie A to win its first nine games of the year.
While Atletico Madrid will enjoy the advantage of playing on their home turf in an attempt to reverse their fortunes, their recent record against Italian teams in the Champions League’s knockout stages—losing their last two encounters—casts a shadow over their prospects.
Atlético Madrid vs Inter Milan Game Stats
- Atletico Madrid is left with the Champions League as their only chance for major silverware this term.
- Atletico suffered a 3-0 defeat in the Copa del Rey last week.
- Atletico has only won once in their last four matches across all competitions.
- Inter Milan won the first leg against Atletico with a goal from Marko Arnautovic in the final 10 minutes.
- Arnautovic missed several straightforward chances before scoring.
- Inter prevented Atletico from recording a single shot on target in their first-leg encounter.
- Inter has won seven of their last nine home matches in the Champions League.
- Inter’s first-leg victory made them the first Serie A team to win all nine opening games of a calendar year.
- Atletico has lost their last two matches against Italian teams in the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Verdict
We regard Inter as a surprise contender for the Champions League title this season. Their outstanding performance on both offense and defense positions them well, and we anticipate they will secure a draw in this crucial match to advance to the next round.
Both Teams to Score or Over 2.5 Goals
- Goal Prediction
We expect over 2.5 goals in this game
- Corner Kick Prediction
Over 8.5 corners kicks expected in this game
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