Inter Milan started this Champions League season very strong, winning their first four games and letting in only one goal. But things went wrong after two losses to Atletico Madrid and Liverpool, softfootball reported.
The loss to Liverpool also ended Inter’s 18-game unbeaten run at home in the Champions League. Earlier this season, Arsenal and Liverpool Share Points in 0-0 Premier League Clash, showing that even strong teams can struggle in tight games.
After those setbacks in Europe, Inter have done well in Serie A. They won five of their last six league games, including a 1-0 win over Udinese with a goal from Lautaro Martinez.

They have also kept four clean sheets in that run. Arsenal have had mixed results too, but they looked good in the FA Cup when Martinelli Hat-Trick Powers Arsenal Past Portsmouth in FA Cup Test at Fratton Park, showing they can still score goals.
Both teams have strong defences. Inter have only conceded four goals in this Champions League so far, and Arsenal just one.
Arsenal won important games in Europe before, like against Bayern Munich and Club Brugge, but they struggled in recent Premier League games, drawing 0-0 with Liverpool and Nottingham Forest. Inter also shared a video of their training on their official X handle, showing they are ready and focused for the match.
Notti europee in vista 🔜 pic.twitter.com/AnZfVzYcvW
— Inter ⭐⭐ (@Inter) January 19, 2026
Team news
Inter will miss Hakan Calhanoglu and Denzel Dumfries, but key players like Alessandro Bastoni and Marcus Thuram are back. Arsenal have some injuries and players close to suspension, so Mikel Arteta may make a few changes to his team.
Possible lineups
Inter Milan possible starting lineup:
Sommer; Acerbi, Akanji, Bastoni; Henrique, Barella, Mkhitaryan, Zielinski, Dimarco; Thuram, Martinez
Arsenal possible starting lineup:
Raya; White, Saliba, Mosquera, Lewis-Skelly; Eze, Zubimendi, Merino; Madueke, Jesus, Martinelli
Prediction
Most big sports platforms are predicting a narrow win for Inter Milan in this match. Outlets such as ESPN, Sky Sports, and BBC Sport have forecasted that Inter’s home strength and recent form in Europe will see them edge Arsenal, with many models tipping a 1‑0 Inter victory.
Where to watch
| Country | Broadcaster |
| Sweden | Viaplay Sweden |
| Spain | Movistar+, Movistar Liga de Campeones 3 |
| South Africa | SuperSport Premier League, DStv App |
| Nigeria | SuperSport MaXimo 1, SuperSport Football Plus Nigeria |
| Italy | Sky Italia, Amazon Prime Video |
| Germany | DAZN Germany |
| France | myCANAL, Canal+ Live 3 |
| Brazil | Max Brazil |
| Argentina | Fox Sports Argentina, Disney+ Premium Argentina |
