Barcelona vs Inter Match Prediction, Choice, Champions League Betting Odds
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Here's a lowdown on the UCL semi-final showdown between Inter and Barcelona happening at 3:00 p.m. EDT today, right at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona holds the upper hand, sporting a -155 price tag, and the over/under goals bet set at 2.5 (-175o / +135u). Let's dive into our Inter vs. Barcelona prediction.
Inter vs. Barcelona Odds, Forecast
| Inter Odds || --- || Spread | Total | Moneyline || 1-135 | 2.5-175o / 135u | 400 |
| Barcelona Odds || --- || Spread | Total | Moneyline || -1+100 | 2.5-175o / 135u | -155 |
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DraftKings CHAMPIONS odds hereInter vs. Barcelona spread: Barcelona -1 (+100), Inter +1 (-135)
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Inter vs. Barcelona over/under: 2.5 (-175o / +135u)
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Inter vs. Barcelona moneyline: Inter +400, Barcelona -155
Inter vs. Barcelona Best Bet:
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Inter Predictions
2.5-175o / 135u
Inter's current season has hit a rough patch. Their losing streak in the last three matches has dropped them to second place in Serie A, three points behind the new leader, Napoli. They've also been ousted from the Coppa Italia by Milan in the semi-finals.
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Marcus Thuram's absence in these three matches coincides with Inter failing to score in them all. Thuram, Inter's preferred attacking partner of captain Lautaro Martínez, is recovering from a muscle injury and remains uncertain for this match. Defender Benjamin Pavard is out with an ankle injury as well.
Simone Inzaghi, Inter's manager, has numerous options to replace Thuram upfront, but none seem to be compelling. In his absence, Inzaghi has started three different players (Joaquín Correa, Mehdi Taremi, and Marko Arnautovic). Even if Thuram is fit to play, his effectiveness in pressuring and countering might be limited.
Despite their counterattacks losing efficiency without Thuram as Lautaro's partner, Inter's primary strength remains intact. They boast a formidable defense that frustrates opponents through speed, organization, and solidarity. They've only conceded one goal in the group stage, another in the Round of 16, and three in the quarter-finals against Bayern Munich.
Their previous encounter with Barcelona in the semi-finals in 2010 ended in Inter's favor on goal difference, leading them to the title against Bayern in Madrid.
Barcelona Predictions
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Barcelona heads into this match with high morale after clinching the Copa del Rey by beating Real Madrid in extra time on Saturday. With two titles already in their possession (they also won Spain's Super Cup), the club now aims for LaLiga and the Champions League.
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Robert Lewandowski remains out, and left-back Alejandro Balde's return is uncertain. However, their replacements, Ferran Torres and Gerard Martin, performed admirably against Real Madrid in Saturday's final. The challenge for manager Hansi Flick is figuring out how to adapt the offense to exploit Inter's defense without Lewandowski as a target.
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If Inter adopts a low block, any cross could go astray without a tall presence in the box. That's why Raphinha and Lamine Yamal will need to create opportunities through one-on-one situations to provide advantages for Ferran Torres and others to score.
Barcelona averages 3.08 goals per game in this tournament, the highest mark, and they'll need to maintain this goal-scoring momentum to improve their chances of advancing to the final in Munich. A win today is crucial, as a draw would force them to wrap up the series on the road, just like their last matchup.
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The Blaugrana have won six out of seven matches at home in this Champions League, with the only exception being a 2-2 draw with Atalanta on the last matchday of the group stage when they were already qualified.
2.5-175o / 135u
Inter vs. Barcelona Forecast
-155
At first glance, it might seem like a conventional high-scoring offense versus a great defense type of game. However, the Champions League is never that straightforward. Barcelona is the favorite for good reason and should demonstrate its dominance, particularly at home.
Inter has only won once against Barcelona in Barcelona (in 1970), according to Transfermarkt. However, this match isn't predicted to be a high-score affair, and Inter won't be overwhelmed.
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Injuries
Barcelona:
- Robert Lewandowski is out due to an injury sustained during a match against Celta Vigo. This will be his third consecutive game on the sidelines.
- Alejandro Balde's return is questionable following a hamstring injury against Leganés.
Inter Milan:
Although specific injuries for Inter Milan aren't detailed, the team has experienced recent setbacks, with three consecutive losses ahead of the match. However, no specific injuries are highlighted in the available information.
Predicted Starting Lineups
Barcelona:
Given Lewandowski's injury and Balde's potential absence, the lineup might look something like this:- Goalkeeper: Marc-André ter Stegen- Defenders: Jules Koundé, Ronald Araujo, Andreas Christensen, Alex Balde (if fit) or an alternative left-back- Midfielders: Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Gavi- Forwards: Raphinha, Ansu Fati (or another striker in place of Lewandowski), Lamine Yamal[1][5].
Inter Milan:
Although the exact lineup isn't specified, Inter typically fields a strong lineup, including common starters:- Goalkeeper: Alex Cordaz or André Onana- Defenders: Denzel Dumfries, Milan Škriniar, Francesco Acerbi, Federico Dimarco- Midfielders: Nicolò Barella, Marcelo Brozović, Hakan Çalhanoğlu- Forwards: Lautaro Martínez, Romelu Lukaku[2].
These lineups are tentative, as the official announcements might change based on team strategies and any last-minute injuries or recoveries.
- The Champions League semi-final match between Inter and Barcelona, scheduled for 3:00 p.m. EDT at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain, sees Barcelona as the favored team with odds of -155.
- Examining Inter's current form, their losing streak in the last three matches has weakened their position in Serie A, with Marcus Thuram's absence seemingly affecting their offensive prowess.
- Barcelona, on the other hand, is aiming for multiple titles this season, following their Copa del Rey victory over Real Madrid, and currently has the highest average goals per game (3.08) in this Champions League tournament.
- Despite Inter's struggles, their defensive resilience remains strong, with only three goals conceded in the entire tournament thus far, making the predicted scoreline not necessarily high-scoring.
