A HEAVYWEIGHT showdown awaits at Lumen Field as Inter Milan and River Plate collide in a decisive Group E finale at the FIFA Club World Cup.
With both sides vying for a place in the knockout rounds, the stakes couldn’t be higher. A win guarantees top spot and safe passage through for either team, but defeat could prove fatal, with Monterrey expected to claim all three points against Urawa Reds in the group’s other match.
Inter Milan vs River Plate betting tips
- Inter Milan to win from behind – 10/1 with talkSPORT BET
- River Plate to have over 3.5 shots on target – 1/1 with bet365
- Lautaro Martinez to score anytime – 7/5 with BetVictor
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Inter Milan vs River Plate odds
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Inter Milan vs River Plate predictions
Group E of the FIFA Club World Cup is heading into its decisive phase, and the clash between Inter Milan and River Plate is shaping up to be a pivotal encounter in the race for the Round of 16.
River Plate currently sit top of the table with four points, leading only on goal difference. Marcelo Gallardo’s side opened their campaign with a comfortable 3-1 win over Urawa Red Diamonds, followed by a goalless draw with Monterrey.
Facundo Colidio, Sebastián Driussi, and Maximiliano Meza were on target in the win over Urawa, as River dominated possession with 59% and conceded only from the penalty spot.
However, their second outing was far less straightforward. Somewhat bizarrely, with only 40% possession, River registered 18 shots to Monterrey’s three. Despite outgunning the Mexicans, River couldn’t find a breakthrough.
The 0–0 draw was marred late on by a red card for Kevin Castaño, who was dismissed in stoppage time for a second yellow. He will miss the Inter match, as will Enzo Pérez and Giuliano Galoppo through suspension.
Under new head coach Cristian Chivu, Inter Milan have also had a mixed campaign in the United States. The Nerazzurri drew 1-1 with Monterrey in their opener, before edging Urawa Red Diamonds 2-1 in their second match.
After falling behind to a Sergio Ramos goal in the first game, Lautaro Martínez equalised just before halftime. Inter enjoyed 62% possession and tallied 15 attempts to Monterrey’s 11, but couldn’t find a winner.
Their second match followed a similar pattern. Inter again went behind, and although they dominated with a remarkable 82% possession, it took until the 78th minute for Martínez to level the score. The winner came two minutes into stoppage time, courtesy of Valentín Carboni.
That victory leaves Inter second in the group, also on four points, but trailing River Plate by an inferior goal difference of one.
Who will lift the trophy?
Inter Milan vs River Plate betting tips
The bookmakers expect a tight finish in Group E, with Inter Milan currently favourites at 8/11 to top the group and 1/6 to qualify. River Plate isn’t far behind, priced at 5/4 to finish first and 1/3 to advance.
Monterrey remain outsiders at 10/1 to win the group, but still have a fighting chance of progressing at even money. It promises to be a nervy encounter – our Inter vs River Plate betting tips follow:
Inter Milan to win from behind
Inter Milan have had to come from behind in both their matches at the FIFA Club World Cup.
The Italians trailed 1-0 to Monterrey, before captain Lautaro Martinez scored late in the first half to salvage a draw. They then also found themselves 1-0 down to Urawa Red Diamonds, but another goal from Martinez, along with a late winner from Valentín Carboni saved their blushes.
If you prefer a safer bet, Cristian Chivu’s team is 17/20 to win in the 90 minute match betting market. But given their slow starts at the competition, we think it’s worth backing Inter to come from behind to win at the far better odds.
Back Inter Milan to come from behind and win at 10/1 with talkSPORT BET
River Plate to have over 3.5 shots on target
River Plate have shown plenty of attacking intent in this tournament, registering six shots on target and 18 total attempts against Monterrey, and five on target from 13 efforts against Urawa Red Diamonds.
You can back River Plate to have over 10.5 total shots at even money, or over 3.5 shots on target at the same price.
Given Inter Milan’s defensive displays so far – conceding five shots at goal to Urawa and 11 total attempts to Monterrey – there’s reason to believe River can exploit that looseness at the back.
Back River Plate to have four or more shots on target against Inter at even money with bet365
Lautaro Martinez to score anytime
Having found the net in both of Inter Milan’s opening group matches, Lautaro Martínez looks a solid bet to score anytime against River Plate.
The Argentine forward has been Inter’s most consistent attacking threat. The captain is the go to man when Inter needs a goal.
At odds against to find the net again, Martinez offers strong value given his current form and sharpness in front of goal.
Back Lautaro Martinez to score anytime at 7/5 with BetVictor
How to watch Inter Milan vs River Plate
- Location: Lumen Field, Seattle, Washington, United States.
- Date and time: Thursday, 26th June, 2am BST.
- How to watch: DAZN.
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Craig Mahood
Craig Mahood is an expert in sports betting and online casinos and has worked with the company since 2020. He joined the Betting & Gaming team at The Sun in June 2022 and works closely with the leading bookmakers and online gaming companies to provide content on all areas of sports betting and gaming. He previously worked as a Digital Sports Reporter at the Scottish Sun, covering Scottish football with particular focus on Celtic and Rangers, As well as football, he has covered horse racing, boxing, darts, the Olympics and tennis for the Sun.
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