Barcelona squares off against Inter Milan with a comprehensive look at the match, followed by forecasts, and top betting possibilities.
** matches heat up as Barcelona takes on Inter Milan**
It's game time once again in the UEFA Champions League, as Barcelona faces off against Inter Milan on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, at 21:00. Barcelona last hoisted this trophy in 2015, and after winning the Copa del Rey, they head into the match high on confidence. Inter, on the other hand, have lost their last three matches.
Barcelona's Slaughterhouse Season
Barcelona has been on fire this season. They have already claimedtwo domestic trophies and are chasing a quadruple. In their past 28 fixtures, they have lost just once. Following a 4-0 thrashing of Dortmund in the quarter-final first leg, they managed a 1-0 La Liga win at Leganes. One lapse saw them concede a 3-1 defeat at Dortmund in the second leg but a 4-3 home win vs Celta Vigo and a 1-0 win vs Mallorca followed. A thrilling 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final in extra time added to their glory.
Get Ready to Bet
Barcelona vs Inter Milan
Hansi Flick's side aim to take a two-goal lead into the second leg.
Why waste your time? Get ready to bet on this exciting match. Barca has been playing exceptional football and their attacking skills are second to none. They will unleash their fury upon Inter and will stop at nothing to win big in the first leg.
Flick's side have proven their mettle, even after losing to Dortmund in the second leg. But they have bounced back brilliantly and theirdetermination is a sight to behold. Anything less than a win would be a huge disappointment for Barca.
Team News
Hansi Flick is expected to field the same squad that played in the cup final. Marc-Andre Ter Stegen is back but he'll only be on the bench. Marc Bernal and Marc Cassado will play no part. Alejandro Balde is nearing a return at left back, but the match arrives too soon for Robert Lewandowski due to a hamstring complaint. Ferran Torres may play as the central striker while Gavi and Fermin Lopez could freshen up the midfield.
Inter Milan: A Shell of Their Former Selves
Inter have been struggling lately with three losses in a row. They have dropped to second place in Serie A with just four matches left to play. Their last three losses have taken a toll on their confidence. Nevertheless, they managed to secure a 2-1 win against Bayern Munich in their Champions League quarter-final first leg.
Inter's Struggles
Simone Inzaghi's side have had their fair share of troubles. Their defense has been shaky at times, conceding numerous goals. Three straight losses have followed their 3-1 win vs Cagliari. Inter were beaten 1-0 at Bologna, 3-0 by AC Milan in the Coppa Italia semi-finals, and most recently, they lost 1-0 at home to Roma.
Inter Team News
Coach Simone Inzaghi saw Benjamin Pavard go off injured vs Roma and he could miss this first leg. Valentin Carboni remains out injured, and Marcus Thuram is still a doubt up front. Right wingback Denzel Dumfries and central midfielder Piotr Zielinski are available again. Alessandro Bastoni and Henrikh Mkhitaryan played no part in the last match but are set to be fit to start here.
Guide: How to Bet
Inter Milan vs Barcelona
Barca's record against Inter isn't great, but they are confident.
Here are some betting tips and advice for this exciting match:
- Betting Tip: Back Barcelona to win at 1.60
- Value Bet: Back Barcelona to win and both teams to score at 2.87
- Anytime Goalscorer Tip: Back Raphinha at 2.30
History of Hate
The most recent encounter between Barcelona and Inter Milan took place on May 7, 2024, in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals. Inter Milan edged out Barcelona 4-3 after extra time to secure their place in the final. Inter took an early 2-0 lead at halftime with goals from Lautaro Martínez and a penalty by Calhanoglu. Barcelona responded strongly in the second half with goals from Eric Garcia and Dani Olmo, then Raphinha put them ahead 3-2 late on. However, Inter equalized in stoppage time through Acerbi, pushing the match into extra time where Frattesi scored the decisive winner. Inter's goalkeeper Sommer was crucial with several key saves in extra time to preserve the victory [1][2].
Sources
[1] Champions League Result: Inter Milan vs Barcelona, 2024 semi-finals[2] Inter Milan vs Barcelona Match Analysis, 2024 Champions League semi-finals
- Barcelona aims to maintain their impressive form in the UEFA Champions League against Inter Milan, following their 2015 triumph and recent domestic successes.
- With an eye on a quadruple, Barcelona's attacking prowess is expected to trouble Inter in the first leg of their fixture.
- Hansi Flick's side is expected to field a similar squad in the Champions League, with Marc-Andre Ter Stegen returning to the bench.
- Inter Milan, however, have been struggling recently, dropping to second place in Serie A and losing three consecutive matches.
- Despite their current form, Inter picked up a notable 2-1 win against Bayern Munich in their Champions League quarter-final first leg.
- In the upcoming match against Barcelona, bettors could consider backing Raphinha as an anytime goalscorer at 2.30.
- Delving into history, the most recent encounter between Barcelona and Inter Milan ended in a 4-3 Inter win after extra time in the 2024 Champions League semi-finals.
