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Inter vs. Benfica odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Inter vs. Benfica odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predcitions and best bets.

Inter (0 wins, 1 draw, 0 losses) welcomes Benfica (0-0-1) to San Siro Tuesday. Kickoff in Milan, Italy, is set for 3 p.m. ET.  Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter vs. Benfica odds, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Inter sits atop Serie A, the top Italian league, having won 6 of 7 games. It is 3-0-1 at home this season in league competition as well. Inter is led by F Lautaro Martinez, who has 9 goals in 7 games. Inter drew Real Sociedad 1-1 on Sept. 20 in in the 1st group stage match. It ended with 8 fewer shots and 4 fewer on target. Inter made it to the Champions League final last season and lost 1-0 to Manchester City.

Benfica has also won 6 of 7 games in the Premeira Liga, the top league in Portugal. It is led by F Angel Di Maria, who has 5 goals in 6 matches. Benfica is averaging 2.43 goals per game and is 3-0-1 on the road this season. It lost 2-0 to RB Salzburg at home in the 1st matchday, having had 1.8 fewer expected goals. Benfica won the Primeira Liga last season.

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Inter vs. Benfica odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:41 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Inter -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Benfica +380 (bet $100 to win $380) | Draw +280 (bet $100 to win $280)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -134 | U: +110)

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Inter vs. Benfica picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter 2, Benfica 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET INTER (-140).

Inter has been strong at home in league play, winning 3 of 4. This is a trend though, as it went 14-0-5 at home in Serie A competition last season too. Inter was 2-0-1 in the UEFA Champions League group stage last year, only losing to Bayern Munich. The talent and strength at home are both there.

Although Benfica has been among the best teams in Portugal, it may not be able to keep pace, and it displayed that being annihilated at home to Salzburg, a team most would consider worse than Inter. At these odds, back INTER (-140).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-134).

Inter averages 2.71 goals per game in Serie A competition. Benfica averages 2.43, and while it didn’t score in the 1st matchday, it did have 1.5 expected goas which means the opportunities it created should’ve resulted in at least one goal.

Benfica has scored in every league game this season and multiple times in 6 of 7. It has an impressive attack that should be able to break down Inter at least once. Martinez and Inter speak for themselves in what they’ve been doing in the Italian league. It should be able to score as well.

Take OVER 2.5 (-134).

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Internazionale vs. AC Milan odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Inter vs. AC Milan odds and lines, with Serie A expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Inter (3 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses) welcomes AC Milan (3-0-0) to San Siro Saturday. Kickoff in the high-profile Serie A showdown is set for noon ET (Paramount+). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter vs. AC Milan odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Inter technically sits No. 1 on the Serie A table, having scored 8 goals in 3 games while allowing 0. They won at home 2-0 over Monza, on the road 2-0 over Cagliari and 4-0 at home over Fiorentina — having more expected goals than their opponent in each match. Inter is led offensively by F Lautaro Martinez, who has scored 5 goals in 3 games. He finished with a team-high 21 goals last season as Inter ended 3rd in the Serie A table.

AC Milan finished 4th in the league last season and sits 2nd on the table currently. They beat Bologna 2-0 on the road, Torino 4-1 at home and then Roma 2-1 on the road. They are led in scoring by French star F Olivier Giroud, who has 4 goals in 3 matches. As a club, they have tallied 8 goals for and 2 against. Giroud finished second on the team with 13 goals in 33 matches last season.

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Internazionale vs. AC Milan odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Inter +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | AC Milan +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -125 | U: -110)

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Internazionale vs. AC Milan picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter 2, AC Milan 0

Moneyline (ML)

BET INTER (+110).

Last season, both teams won when they were the home side. AC Milan won 3-2 and Inter won 1-0. I expect this match to feel similar to the latter.

Inter also seems to have the more consistent offensive option, Martinez, and has yet to allow a goal, showcasing a strong defensive presence so far this season. AC Milan, while they have won each game, had 0.1 fewer expected goals than its opponent, Bologna, in its season-opening match.

AC Milan hasn’t dominated like Inter has despite both teams winning each game. Inter has won both home games this season and was 9-3-7 at home last season, suggesting the plus-money moneyline odds may be of good value.

Take INTER (+110).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 2.5 (-110).

The offense for both teams has been dominant this season, with each team scoring at least 2 goals in every game. However, both defenses have also performed well, which is why even Under this total is 3-3 O/U in their combined games.

Inter has yet to give up a goal while Milan has pitched a shutout and has yet to allow multiple goals in a game. Considering those trends, back the UNDER 2.5 (-110).

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UEFA Champions League Final: Man City vs. Inter odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Man City vs. Inter odds and Champions League final lines, with expert soccer picks and predictions.

Manchester City battles Inter in the UEFA Champions League Final Saturday. Kickoff from Atatürk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Man City vs. Inter odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

With a win Saturday, Man City would become only the 2nd English team to win the 3 biggest trophies in a season — the English Premier League, the Champions League and FA Cup. Man City ripped through the EPL, claiming the title a few weeks prior to the season’s ending, and It won the FA Cup 2-1 against Man U last weekend. To get to Saturday’s final, City beat Real Madrid a combined 5 to 1 in the semifinals. F Erling Haaland leads Man City with 36 goals in 35 EPL matches. Man City has just 1 loss since a 1-0 setback to Tottenham Feb. 5.

Inter finished 3rd in Serie A, the top league in Italy. It posted a 9-7-3 record (7 losses) on the road this season. Inter did win 11 of its last 12 games throughout all competitions, so it is also coming into this battle red hot as well. Inter took down AC Milan a combined 3 to 0 in the semifinals. F Lautaro Martínez leads the club with 21 goals in 38 matches in league play.

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Man City vs. Inter odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:31 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Man City -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Inter +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Draw +350
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: +100)

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Man City vs. Inter picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 1, Inter 1 (City wins in extra time)

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+350).

City is the best team in the world, but away from home, it hasn’t necessarily played like it. City has actually drawn its last 5 Champions League road matches.

That’s a strong enough trend to take this match going to extra time. City has either had fewer expected goals or less than 0.5 more in all but 2 of those road matches as well, so it hasn’t necessarily been just getting unlucky.

Inter has drawn 3 of 6 road matches in Champions League competitions. Considering both trends, for a small unit, BACK DRAW (+350).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+100).

Both of these teams thrive on the defensive end of the pitch. Inter gave up just 1.11 goals per game during Serie A competition while City allowed a mere 0.87 goals per EPL game. Inter had 5 clean sheets in its last 9 games throughout all competitions. It has a strong backline.

City has a thriving attack but hasn’t score more than 2 goals in a game for 4 straight matches. Defensively, it hasn’t allowed 2 goals in a game since Jan. 19 vs. Tottenham in a 4-2 victory.

Considering these trends for both teams, TAKE UNDER 2.5 (+100).

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Napoli vs. Inter odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Napoli vs. Inter odds and lines, with expert soccer picks, predictions and best bets.

Napoli (26 wins, 4 losses, 5 draws) welcomes Inter (21-11-3) to Stadio Diego Armando Maradona Sunday. Kickoff is set for noon ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Napoli vs. Inter odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Napoli has won just 2 of its last 5 games, losing its most recent Serie A battle to Monza 2-0. It is a strong 12-2-3 at home this season, having scored 2 goals per game and having allowed 0.71 goals per game in league matches. It is led by F Victor Osimhen, who has scored 23 goals in 29 games played.

Inter has won 8 straight games throughout all competitions. It beat AC Milan twice by a combined 3-0 to advance to the UEFA Champions League final. It sits 3rd in Serie A competition, having won 8 of 17 goals matches. It is led offensively by F Lautaro Martinez, who has scored 20 goals in 35 matches.

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Napoli vs. Inter odds

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  • Moneyline: Napoli +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Inter +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Draw +220
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -130)

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Napoli vs. Inter picks and predictions

Prediction

Napoli 1, Inter 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+220).

While Inter may have its eyes focused on the Champions League, it has played well in Serie A competition lately. It has won 4 straight road matches, but it will face the league’s top team on Sunday.

Napoli, on the other hand, has struggled of late, drawing 4 of its last 7 matches throughout all competitions, which helps aid the prediction here. Even within Napoli’s last 5 competitions which weren’t draws, it was within 0.2 expected goals of its opponent.

Considering the home side’s lack of dominating competition, take the DRAW (+220).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-130).

Napoli has gone Under in 6 straight Serie A matches. It has not scored multiple goals in a league game since April 7. It has scored just 4 matches in its last 6 league games. It also has a terrific defense, allowing just 4 goals in its last 6 Serie A competitions. Those heavily suggest the Under as the better side.

Inter has gone Under in 5 of its last 9 league competitions. It has held its opponent to under an expected goal in 5 of its last 6 competitions as well.

Both teams have a competent defense. Considering that, back the UNDER 2.5 (-130).

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UEFA Champions League: Inter vs. AC Milan odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Inter vs. AC Milan odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Inter and AC Milan meet in the 2nd leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinal Tuesday. Kickoff from San Siro, the home of both clubs, is set for 3 p.m. ET (Paramount+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter vs. AC Milan odds, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Inter won the 1st leg 2-0 as F Edin Dzeko and M Henrikh Mkhitaryan scored in the initial 15 minutes and the remaining 75 minutes were goalless.

Inter ended the match with 16 shots (5 on goal) while AC had 13 shots (2 on goal). AC Milan did end with 57% of the possession though, giving some hope that it could bounce back in the 2nd leg.

Both clubs are in Serie A, the top Italian League. Inter sits 3rd in the league, having scored 66 goals in 35 matches, conceding 37. It is led by F Lautaro Martinez, who has 20 goals in 35 league matches.

AC is 5th in the league, having scored 55 and allowed 41 through 35. AC Milan is led by F Rafael Leao, who has scored 12 goals in 32 games.

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Inter vs. AC Milan odds

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  • Moneyline: Inter +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | AC Milan +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Draw +230
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +100 | U: -145)

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Inter vs. AC Milan picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter 2, AC Milan 1

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN INTER (+110).

Simply put, Inter is the better team, and it has been better against AC Milan all season. Inter and AC have competed 4 times this season, and Inter has won 3 of them and had more expected goals in the lone loss.

While it didn’t start off the season strong, winning 5 of its first 10, Inter has won 7 straight games and is looking primed to make an appearance in the Champions League final.

Inter also won 4-2 last weekend in league play while AC fell 2-0. AC has had as many or fewer expected goals as its opponent in 4 of its last 5 games as well. It hasn’t played well lately. Expect that to continue Tuesday. Back INTER (+110).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (+100).

AC is going to need to push the pace, and Inter has a defense that has its flaws. It allows 1.06 goals per game with Sassuolo scoring 2 on it last weekend. Milan and Inter are 2-2 O/U this total in its 4 games against each other this season.

While AC has struggled offensively, it will have to push the tempo in order to potentially qualify, and that could open it up to successful counterattacks. AC has scored in 7 of its last 9 games. It has scored multiple goals in 2 of its last 6.

It should push the pace, and both sides should find some offense in this 2nd leg. Back the OVER 2.5 (+100).

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Inter vs. Lazio odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Inter vs. Lazio odds and lines, with Serie A expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Inter (17 wins, 11 losses, 3 draws) welcomes Lazio (18-6-7) to Siro Sunday. Kickoff for this Serie A match is set for 6:30 a.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter vs. Lazio odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Inter has been solid at home this season, posting an 11-5-0 record, having yet to draw at home. It has scored 1.65 goals per game and has allowed 1.10. Inter is led offensively by Argentinian star F Lautaro Martinez, who has 15 goals in 24 starts. Inter sits 7th and has struggled in league play lately, having recorded a 1-4-1 record in its last 6.

Lazio, which sits 2nd in the league, is 9-2-4 on the road this season. It has thrived on the back of an elite defense, allowing just .68 goals per game while scoring 1.58. Italian star F Ciro Immobile has been the key goalscoring option with 10 goals in 20 starts. Lazio has won 7 of its last 9 league matches.

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Inter vs. Lazio odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:23 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Inter -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Lazio +360 (bet $100 to win $360) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +105 | U: -145)

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Inter vs. Lazio picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter 1, Lazio 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+250).

While Inter hasn’t drawn at home, Lazio has played high-level soccer as late, and that should result in a close battle.

Lazio has won 4 of its last 5 road matches and has had a clean sheet in all 5 games. Inter has lost 3 straight home games as well, having lost each of those 1-0 yet having more expected goals in all 3 as well.

Combine those two, and both the DRAW(+260) and the double chance TIE OR LAZIO (+100) have value here.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-135).

Inter has gone Under in 4 of its last 5 games. It has failed to score in 3 of its last 5 games and has averaged .83 goals per game over its last 6. While it has had over 2 expected goals in 3 of its last 4, converting hasn’t been a strength for Inter.

On the other hand, Lazio’s defense is among the best in Serie A, and it has had a clean sheet in 7 of its last 9 games. It has gone Under in 10 of its last 12. At this value, take the UNDER 2.5 (-135).

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Inter vs. Benfica odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Inter vs. Benfica odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Inter welcomes Benfica to San Siro Wednesday. Kickoff in the 2nd leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter vs. Benfica odds, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

In a surprising 1st leg, Inter took a 2-0 lead and never looked back. Despite being on the road, Inter had 1 more shot on target. Benfica did end with 57% of the possession and 4 more shots (12 in total), but will face a major deficit to overcome.

Inter is just 2-5-3 in their last 10 games throughout all competitions. They sit 5th in Serie A, the top Italian league, and average 1.6 goals per game while allowing 1.13 per game. They are led offensively by F Lautaro Martinez, who has 14 goals in 30 matches.

Benfica is 11-2-1 on the road. They sit No. 1 in the Premeira Liga, the top Portuguese league. Benfica won 12 straight games, taking down Club Brugge 7-1 in the Round of 16, yet has now lost 3 in a row which includes defeats to Porto, Inter and Chaves.

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Inter vs. Benfica odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 11:49 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Inter +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Benfica +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -125)

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Inter vs. Benfica picks and predictions

Prediction

Benfica 1, Inter 0

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE BENFICA (+240).

Last year, Benfica lost 3-1 at home to Liverpool and then drew 3-3 on the road. Liverpool was an elite side last season, but Benfica lost then went on the road and bounced back.

They have a dominant offense and will want to push the pace here. They beat Club Brugge in the Round of 16 and Juventus in the group stage on the road and haven’t lost in the Champions League on the road so far this season.

Inter has also lost 4 of their last 8 matches, so they haven’t necessarily played well as of late. They have lost 3 straight home league matches as well. Put it all together and, at this value, take BENFICA (+240).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-125).

Inter has failed to score in 4 of their last 7 matches, and there has only been 1 goal scored in 3 of their last 6. They have gone Under this total in 7 straight games and in 10 of their last 11. That’s telling of how they play and, against an unfamiliar opponent and being up 2-0, they may opt to park the bus and ensure they don’t give up multiple goals.

As for Benfica, they have gone Under in 3 of their last 4 and have had fewer than 1 expected goal in 2 of their last 4. They have also allowed fewer than 1 expected goal in 6 of their last 8. They have a solid defense and haven’t been as dynamic offensively.

Couple it all together and back the UNDER 2.5 (-125).

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Benfica vs. Inter odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Benfica vs. Inter odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Benfica welcomes Inter to Estádio da Luz Tuesday. Kickoff in the 1st leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Benfica vs. Inter odds, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Benfica has been dominant at home this season (12-1-1) and they sit No. 1 in the Primeira, the top league in Portugal. Benfica has scored 68 goals while allowing 16 in league play. They finished atop Group H going 4-0-2 with 16 goals for and 7 goals against. They sent home Club Brugge in the Round of 16, beating them 7-1 throughout the 2 legs.

Inter, which sits 5th in Serie A, the top Italian league, finished 2nd in Group C behind Bayern Munich. They were 3-2-1 in the 6 group stage games, scoring 10 and allowing 7. They sent home Porto in the Round of 16 with a 0-0 draw and 1-0 win. Argentinian F Lautaro Martinez, who has 14 goals in 24 starts, is a name to keep an eye on.

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Benfica vs. Inter odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 6:41 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Benfica +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Inter +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Draw +230
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +115 | U: -160)

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Benfica vs. Inter picks and predictions

Prediction

Benfica 2, Inter 1

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN BENFICA (+115).

Simply put, Benfica has thrashed opponents at home. They’ve torn through league play and destroyed Club Brugge 5-1 at home. They beat Juventus 4-3 and drew PSG at home in the group stage round. They are coming off a 2-1 loss at home to Porto, but that was with this game and then another game Saturday in mind.

For Inter, they haven’t played overly well on the road. They drew Porto 0-0 on the road in the Round of 16 and were just 1-1-1 in the group stage on the road. Inter is 5-6-3 in Serie A play away from home.

Given those shortcomings and Benfica’s strengths at home, take BENFICA (+115).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (+115).

Benfica plays at a fast pace and has gone Over this total in 4 of their last 5 matches. They have scored in every Champions League game so far this season and have scored 2 or more in 10 of their 12 matches (4 qualifyings and/or play-off rounds). They went Over this total in 3 of 6 group stage games and in 1 of 2 quarterfinal matches.

Inter has scored in 5 of 8 Champions League games and has gone Over this total in 3 of their last 5 Champions League games.

The Benfica pace should allow for ample chances. Considering that and the value here, play the OVER 2.5 (+115).

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Inter vs. Juventus odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Inter vs. Juventus odds and lines, with expert Serie A picks, predictions and best bets.

Inter (16 wins, 8 losses, 2 draws) welcomes Juventus (16-5-5) to San Siro Sunday. Kickoff in the high-profile Serie A battle is set for 3:45 p.m. ET. Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter vs. Juventus odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Inter lost to Juventus 2-0 on Nov. 6. They had 1.2 expected goals which compared favorably to Juventus’ .9.

Inter sits 2nd in the top Italian league. They are 11-2-0 at home this season and are averaging 1.81 goals per game while allowing 1.15. They have won 6 of their last 10 games across all competitions. Inter is led in scoring by Argentinian F Lautaro Martinez, who has 14 goals in 23 starts.

Had Juventus not been deducted 15 points for alleged financial wrongdoing, they would be sitting 2nd in the league, but are currently 7th. Juventus has won 9 of its last 11 games and is riding a 3-game winning streak, having outscored opponents 7 to 2 in that span. They are led offensively by F Dusan Vlahovic with 8 goals.

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Inter vs. Juventus odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:48 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Inter +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Juventus +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | Draw +235
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +110 | U: -130)

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Inter vs. Juventus picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter 1, Juventus 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+235).

While Juventus won 2-0 in the 1st meeting, the final stats showed just .3 expected goals splitting the sides.

Both teams are coming into this game hot, but Inter has drawn 2 of its last 7 and should play this game close. Three of Inter’s last 5 games have been within .2 expected goals as well, so it has played down to its competition.

On the other hand, Juventus has had at least 1 expected goal more than their opponent in each of their last 3 games. Given Inter’s home strength mixed with Juventus surging, a DRAW (+235) is good value.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-130).

Inter’s offense has cooled down as of late. They have scored 4 goals total in their last 5 games throughout all competitions. They have also held their opponent scoreless in 6 of their last 9 games and have allowed multiple goals in just 1 of their last 14 games.

Against Serie A leader Napoli and Juventus, Inter has gone Under this total in both games. Juventus has shut out their opponent in 4 of their last 7. They have gone Under this total in 3 of their last 4.

Despite the juice, take the UNDER 2.5 (-130).

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Liverpool vs. Inter odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Liverpool vs. Inter odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

Liverpool welcomes Inter to Anfield for the second leg of a UEFA Champions League Round of 16 matchup Tuesday. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Liverpool vs. Inter odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Inter lost the first leg at home 2-0 Feb 16. It was a disappointing result as the second-place Serie A team managed 9 shots but didn’t put a single on frame. Inter did have 46% possession in the match, though.

Liverpool had just 2 shots on target, yet scored both which will have it sitting well ahead here. Inter got to this point by finishing second in Group D with 3 wins, 2 losses and a draw.

As for Liverpool, it is led by F Mohamed Salah, who is expected to start, but F Roberto Firmino is doubtful for the match, per whoscored.com.

Liverpool, which hasn’t suffered an outright loss since Dec. 28 would need to lose by 2 goals for Inter to even have a chance at advancing.

That will be a daunting task for the road side.

Liverpool vs. Inter: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 10:18 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Liverpool -170 (bet $170 to win $100) | Inter +420 (bet $100 to win $420) | Draw +340
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -170 | U: +133)

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Prediction

Liverpool 1, Inter 1

Money line (ML)

PASS on LIVERPOOL (-170).

I don’t hate this bet as Liverpool is the better side and will be at home. With Inter playing with nothing to lose, I’d rather bet BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (-155).

Inter can’t just win by 1 goal and advance. It will need to push the pace in this game and be on the attack. It’s something Inter is used to as it has 60 goals in 27 Serie A matches.

With Liverpool already having shown an ability to score along with its natural, clinical-finishing ability, the high-scoring team in the EPL should be able to also get on the board. Liverpool also allowed 6 goals in 6 group stage games, a 1 goal-per-game average.

Inter is coming off a 5-0 win Friday, and while Liverpool is the far better side, the Inter camp should have confidence in its ability to put the ball in the back of the net at least once.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN to the UNDER 2.5 (+133).

While I believe both sides will get on the board at least once, the first matchup between these two didn’t show any reason to believe this will be a high-scoring match.

Both teams were heavily limited, combining for 23 shots but just 2 on target.

Inter’s desperation is something to be concerned about, but I don’t see that necessarily breaking Liverpool’s defense, one that sits third in the EPL in opponents’ goals scored.

Only 2 of 8 games in the first matchups in the Round of 16 went over 2.5 goals. The styles of different leagues have seemed to throw offenses off, and given the value, I’d bet on that happening again.

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