Benfica vs Inter Prediction - Champions League Betting Tips

Benfica vs Inter Recent Form

Benfica didn’t quite show capacity to compete on this level. In four Benfica fixtures, the Eagles did not win a single one  Moreover, in their four games they only scored one goal. In other words, they are last on the board, with one more chance to stay in European competition.

Benfica only managed to score one goal against Real Sociedad away in their last game. Their goal difference is 1:7. If they want to keep their dreams of Europe alive, they need a win against Inter. Surprising results, as Benfica hold the top of the Portugues league.

On the other hand, Inter have already secured a spot in the next stage of the competition. However, it is unlikely that they will turn their backs now, as they will likely strive to advance as table leaders. In four games, the Nerazzuri have won in three, while they ended one in a draw.

Real Socidead has proven to be a champion worth of this competition, as they were the only ones to take points away from Inter. Nonetheless, both teams have the spot they came here to take. The question remains, who goes as number one and who as number two.

Benfica vs Inter Head to Head

Inter has founds their name in Benfica fixtures a few times recently. Namely, the two already met in the last season’s Champions League. Benfica’s impressive run was stopped in the quarterfinals by Inter. This time, As Águias are looking for redemption and revenge.

Inter won the first game away with 0:2. Benfica went all out in the second game away, but only managed to get out with 3:3. Moreover, this long-awaited rematch is the second clash of the two in the Group Stage. This time, the Nerazzuri had the homefield advantage, and secured a 1:0 win at home.

Benfica vs Inter Betting Tips

Finally, we review the latest odds before getting to the Benfica vs Inter prediction. Despite the disastrous form of the Portuguese Os Encarnados, the odds expect an equal fight. The latest odds show no favouritism, as they stand at 2.60 for Benfica, and at  2.70 for Inter to win. Lastly, the odds for a draw are 3.40.

We only saw a single goal in the last game. However, with Inter already securing a place, they are likely to play more relaxed. However, Benfica have to press forward if they want to keep their dreams alive. This leaves room for some counter-attacking opportunities.

In other words, we can expect more goals than in the last game. The odds imply something similar, as they stand at 1.75 for both teams to score. Despite the equal odds, Inter are unlikely to give in. A double chance on Inter and draw along with two or more goals is worth considering, as it stands at 1.90.

Benfica vs Inter Lineups

Benfica will have to give it their best, while Inter have an opportunity to rest a few played and wait for more relevant games. The lineups we can expect are the following:

• S.L. Benfica: (GK) Anatoliy Trubin; (DEF) Nicolas Otamendi, Morato, Antonio Silva; (MID) Florentino, Joao Mario, Fredrik Aursnes, Joao Neves, Rafa Silva; (ATC) Angel Di Maria, Arthur Cabral.
• Inter Milan: (GK) Yann Sommer; (DEF) Francesco Acerbi, Yann Bisseck, Matteo Darmian, Carlos Augusto, Stefan de Vrij; (MID) Davide Frattesi, Hakan Calhanoglu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan (ATC) Marcus Thuram, Lautaro Martinez.  

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