Are the Nerazzurri slowly getting into gear?
Three wins in a row and a goal difference of 6:1 have removed any worries in Lombardy. Ahead of our Inter Milan vs. Slavia Prague tip, the Nerazzurri world is back in order. After two defeats in their first three league games, Cristian Chivu’s charges have recently found their usual rhythm and dominated their matches.
The home side continue to stick to their preferred 3-5-2 system under the Romanian coach. Captain Lautaro Martinez missed Inter’s first appearance in the Champions League, but got back into form for Inter Milan vs. Slavia Prague prediction with a goal in last weekend’s 2-0 win over Cagliari.
In his absence, fellow striker Marcus Thuram led the Lombards in the Champions League, scoring twice in the 2-0 win over Ajax Amsterdam. The 28-year-old scored both goals with headers from corners, once again underlining the versatility of the hosts.
Anything other than another victory for the 20-time Italian champions would be a huge surprise, given the Inter Milan vs. Slavia Prague odds. In the Bet365 app, you currently get no more than 1.30 times your stake for a home win.
We agree with the clear odds for Inter Milan vs. Slavia Prague and have inquired with the best bookmakers about an option for a clear home win. The result is a variant that keeps the risk within limits.
Inter Milan vs. Slavia Prague prediction AI
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Inter Milan – Statistics & current form
The Nerazzurri’s attack has been producing without any major restrictions so far this season. It’s the usual suspects in Cristian Chivu’s team who are making the difference. Marcus Thuram scored twice in the Champions League opener (2-0 vs. Ajax) and has added three more goals in Serie A.
Captain Lautaro Martinez and Hakan Calhanoglu are two other professionals who have scored at least two goals in the league. The hosts have scored at least two goals in five of their six competitive games this season – and the Nerazzuri are capable of doing the same and more in our Inter Milan vs. Slavia Prague prediction.
We mustn’t forget the defense of last year’s Champions League finalists. Inter Milan have not conceded a goal in half of their competitive games so far (3/6) and only conceded one goal in eight games during last year’s league phase.
The balance is back
The hosts have allowed themselves two slip-ups this season. In a completely uncharacteristic move, they lost a league game against Udinese (1-2) at their own stadium and then suffered a 3-4 defeat at the hands of Juventus in their next outing. After that, however, Chivu’s team got back on track and, above all, performed at the highest level defensively again.
Inter conceded only one goal in their next three games. The 2009/10 Champions League winners have finished three of their last four competitive games with less than one expected goal conceded, while scoring at least two goals in all four matches.
The Inter Milan vs. Slavia Prague betting odds once again point to a victory for the Lombards. The Nerazzurri are unbeaten in 16 home games in the Champions League (13W, 3D). Furthermore, the hosts’ class is reflected in the following statistic: Inter have finished nine of their ten previous home games in the CL group/league phase without conceding a goal.
Slavia Prague – Statistics & current form
Since the beginning of 2018, Jindrich Trpisovsky has been meticulously assessing Slavia Prague’s performances from the sidelines and setting the training exercises for the reigning Czech champions. There is still no sign of wear and tear.
Slavia Prague is unbeaten in 13 competitive games. Nevertheless, there was trouble following the first matchday of this Champions League season. Despite 3.98 expected goals, the Red and Whites dropped points in their home game against CL debutants Bodö/Glimt (2-2).
Trpisovsky had his players defend man-to-man across the entire field against their Norwegian opponents. It developed into an exciting match, with Bodö/Glimt also scoring 2.52 expected goals. The defensive patterns revealed there will not be enough against the 16-time Italian champions.
Never won
The visitors travel to the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on the back of two consecutive competitive wins (2-0 vs. Brozany, 2-0 vs. Dukla Prague). The Czech champions do not have fond memories of Italy. Slavia Prague have never won an away game against an Italian team.
Seven of eight attempts have ended in defeat. However, the Cervenobili did manage to secure their only draw away from home in Lombardy (1-1 vs. Inter). In general, away games in European competitions are relatively unpopular with the Czech representatives.
Slavia Prague has lost its last three away games in European competitions and has not scored a single goal in the course of these matches. Against one of the best defenses in Europe, the danger of another shutout defeat is enormous.
Inter Milan – Slavia Prague Head-to-head record / H2H record
The only two meetings between the two sides took place in 2019. During the Champions League group stage, the Red and Whites initially secured a 1-1 draw in Milan, but suffered a 3-1 defeat at their own stadium shortly afterwards. The double goalscorer in the last match was, of all people, Inter captain Lautaro Martinez, who is now fit again.
Inter Milan – Slavia Prague Tip
Cristian Chivu has not had an easy task succeeding Simone Inzaghi, but he has done a promising job so far. With a home win against Slavia Prague, the Romanian could become the fourth Inter boss to win his first two Champions League appearances with the Nerazzurri.
As on the first Champions League matchday against Ajax Amsterdam (2-0), we expect a dominant performance from the Lombards, whose confidence has grown significantly after three competitive wins in a row. In addition, the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium is a real oasis of comfort for Inter in the Champions League.
Slavia Prague could well turn up again with aggressive pressing across the entire field. However, man-marking could prove fatal against the composed club from Milan. Last year’s Champions League finalists field experienced players in all positions who can make smart decisions even under pressure from their opponents.
