Inter Milan Ready for Arsenal Showdown in Champions League

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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.

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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.

Lautaro Martinez celebrates goal with teammate. (Photo Credit: Inter Milan Media).
Lautaro Martinez celebrates goal with teammate. (Photo Credit: Inter Milan Media).

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.

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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.

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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

CountryBroadcaster
SwedenViaplay Sweden
SpainMovistar+, Movistar Liga de Campeones 3
South AfricaSuperSport Premier League, DStv App
NigeriaSuperSport MaXimo 1, SuperSport Football Plus Nigeria
ItalySky Italia, Amazon Prime Video
GermanyDAZN Germany
FrancemyCANAL, Canal+ Live 3
BrazilMax Brazil
ArgentinaFox Sports Argentina, Disney+ Premium Argentina

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