UCL: Inter vs Atletico Madrid: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast
Inter will look to carry forward their serious form from Serie A
Having had a fantastic season so far under Simone Inzaghi, Inter are one of Europe’s best sides this season. Currently, occupying the top spot in the league, they have maintained a 10-point distance from the second place. Inter will look to keep their same touch in the Champions League. They are playing at home and their excellent form is cherry on the top.
There have been a number of injuries at Atletico Madrid this season. Simeone has done a remarkable job this season to put Atletico Madrid in the running for the league title with the team sitting third. After two consecutive losses in the previous two matches, they bounced back in the last match to register an impressive win against Las Palmas. A brace from Llorente, Correa and a goal from Depay helped the side earn the three points.
Kick-Off:
Wednesday, 21 February at 1:30 AM IST
Location- Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, Milano
Form:
Inter (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W
Atletico Madrid (in all competitions): W-L-L-D-W
Player to Watch
Lautaro Martinez (Inter)
Martinez has scored 23 goals and 2 assists from 28 appearances this season, and his linkup play with Thuram and wide players have helped Inter become one of the most fearsome sides in Europe. A striker by nature, he can score all kinds of goals like the one he scored against Salernitana last match after cutting inside from the left wing to score a fantastic curler from outside the box.
Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid)
Having scored 18 goals and provided six assists in all competitions, the France International is having the best season of his career to date. He is leading the team in terms of goal involvement for the team. Antoine Griezmann is an all-round footballer who can score goals as well as create opportunities for his team. The best part of his game is he always delivers for the team.
Match Facts
- Inter are unbeaten in the last 10 matches
- Atletico Madrid defeated Las Palmas in the last match by 5-0
- Inter are unbeaten in the Champions League so far
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Injury and Team news
Inzaghi will look to change the starting eleven by recalling Dimarco and Darmian back after resting them last time. Inter Milan have two injury issues, with Acerbi suffering a muscle injury and Cuadrado suffering an Achilles tendon injury.
Diego Simeone’s side has been beset by injuries this season, with a host of players on the sidelines. Morata is the latest addition to that list. Azpilicueta, Paulista, Paulo, Lemar and Vitolo are also injured.
Head-to-Head
Total Matches- 2
Inter- 1
Atletico Madrid- 1
Draw- 0
Predicted Lineup for Inter vs Atletico Madrid
Inter Predicted lineup (3-5-2):
Sommer; Pavard, de Vrij, Bastoni; Darmian, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Martinez, Thuram
Atletico Madrid Predicted lineup (3-5-2):
Oblak; Savic, Giménez, Reinildo; Llorente, Barrios, Koke, De Paul, Lino; Griezmann, Correa
Match Prediction for Inter vs Atletico Madrid
With two of the top sides in Europe battling it out, this match will be an entertaining one for the fans. In a recent run of form, Inter have been on top of Atletico and will be confident that they will win the match. Inter, however, can’t take Atletico lightly who have some serious talents in the ranks. With the home support on Inter’s side, they might have a big advantage.
Prediction: Inter 2-1 Atletico Madrid
Telecast for Inter vs Atletico Madrid
India – Sony Sports Network
UK – TNT Sports
US – CBS, TUDN
Nigeria – Supersport
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