Manchester City vs Inter Milan Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | UEFA Champions League 2024-25

The Cityzens will welcome the current Serie A champions at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night.

Previously when Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City played against Inter Milan it was in the 2022-23 UCL final. City were crowned as the champions after they defeated the Italian outfit by 1-0. The Premier League Champions are in red-hot form right now. They are currently the table toppers in the PL with 12 points and are scoring goals for fun.

On the other hand, Inter Milan are also performing well in Serie A. They have played four matches till now, winning three matches and drawing once. Simone Inzaghi’s style of play is completely different as compared to Guardiola’s style of play. Surely fans will be excited to see top teams face off against each other in the Champions League. This will be an exciting clash for sure as both teams will be fighting for three points in their season’s first UCL match.

Kick-Off:

Wednesday, 18 Sept 2024 at 8:00 PM UK

Thursday, 19 Sept 2024 at 12:30 AM IST

Location: Etihad Stadium

Form

Manchester City (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Inter Milan (in all competitions): W-W-D-D-L

Players to Watch

Ilkay Gundogan (Manchester City)

Ilkay Gundogan’s ability to control the game’s tempo and dictate play has been pivotal for his team. His astute vision allows him to anticipate passes, create scoring opportunities and orchestrate his team’s movements seamlessly. His eye for the game enables him to read plays before they unfold showcasing his exceptional anticipation and decision-making skills. His midfield artistry not only enhances his team’s performance but also sets a standard for aspiring midfielders.

Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan)

Marcus Thuram operates as a second striker and drifts around central areas. A quick technically gifted intelligent forward, Thuram’s lethal finishing and adaptability have made him a reliable attacking outlet for Inter. He is capable of taking on defenders, exploiting open spaces and creating opportunities for his teammates.

He is a proactive forward who is skilled at holding up the ball under pressure and keeping opponents on their feet with his unpredictable movements. Thuram is a key player for Inter Milan under Inzaghi.

Match Facts

• The winner of the last meeting was Manchester City.
• The average number of goals in meetings between Manchester City and Inter Milan is 2.33
• Manchester City have won four home matches in a row.

Manchester City vs Inter Milan: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Manchester City to win this match – 1/2 by SkyBet
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Erling Haaland to score anytime

Injury and Team News

Manchester City will miss the services of Oscar Bobb and Nathan Ake who are out due to injuries.

Inter Milan will have all the players available for the Champions League clash.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches: 1

Manchester City: 1

Inter Milan: 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Manchester City Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Ederson(GK); Lewis, Akanji, Stones, Walker; Gundogan, Kovacic; Grealish, De Bruyne, Savio; Haaland

Inter Milan Predicted Lineup (3-5-2):

Sommer(GK); Bastoni, Acerbi, Pavard; Dimarco, Mkhitaryan, Calhanoglu, Barella, Darmian; Martinez, Thuram

Match Prediction for Manchester City vs Inter Milan

Both teams are in good form but the current Premier League champions are looking good especially when they play at their home ground. Inzaghi’s men will have to be at their best to have a chance of getting points but most probably the home team will win this fixture.

Prediction: Manchester City 2-1 Inter Milan

Telecast for Manchester City vs Inter Milan

India – SonyLiv

UK – Amazon Prime Video

US – Paramount+

Nigeria – DStv Now

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