- Date and Time: September 18, 20:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England
| Odds via 22bet | |
| Manchester City vs Inter | September 18, 20:00 GMT+1 |
| Manchester City odds | 1.50 |
| Inter odds | 5.95 |
| Draw | 4.5 |
| Over\Under | Total 2,5: 1.65/2.23 |
Manchester City vs Inter Preview
Manchester City
Manchester City has had a strong start to the new season, winning their first five matches and scoring 12 goals while conceding only four. Pep Guardiola’s team has been playing with increasing intensity, employing various tactics and making incisive passes that create clear-cut chances.
Erling Haaland is the key player for Man City, scoring 14 goals in the last nine matches. His clinical finishing, particularly in tight spaces inside the penalty area, separates Manchester City from rivals like Arsenal, who lack a forward with Haaland’s physical presence and finishing ability.
Unstoppable @ErlingHaaland! 💥
2️⃣ years ago today ⏮️ pic.twitter.com/gMaZuih2qg
— Manchester City (@ManCity) September 17, 2024
In addition to Haaland’s impressive performance, City remains a tactical powerhouse, able to adapt their formation and attacking strategies to exploit their opponents’ weaknesses.
In the match against Brentford, Manchester City created numerous dangerous chances by making attacking runs down the flanks and through vulnerable half-spaces, exploiting the 5-3-2 formation of the visitors.
İlkay Gündoğan consistently made his trademark hidden bursts into the penalty area with precise passes, while Savinho transitioned from the flank to the center at high speed to create scoring opportunities.
May the force be with you 🧲 pic.twitter.com/8R0P1vJUXK
— Manchester City (@ManCity) September 16, 2024
We can expect a similar game plan against Inter, who also operate in a 5-3-2 formation. Manchester City will likely focus on attacking through the wings and half-spaces, seeking to deliver high-quality balls into the penalty area while also threatening with powerful long-range shots.
Manchester City’s main weakness, which prevents them from fully dominating, is their passive pressing. Last season, City consistently conceded goals in almost all top matches due to their inability to press their opponents with power and concentration.
✨ @ChampionsLeague nights loading! ⏳ pic.twitter.com/P5GZXIRKO0
— Manchester City (@ManCity) September 16, 2024
In recent games against Ipswich, Chelsea, and Brentford, City’s high defensive line has been exposed by quick counter-attacks. Without effective pressing, Guardiola’s team risks facing significant problems against Inter, who can launch rapid attacks with swift vertical combinations.
However, it’s important to note that Rodri is available and in form for this match and is expected to help his team improve the pressing quality in the center of the pitch.
| Recent Form | WWWWW |
| Key Players to Watch | Kevin De Bruyne, Erling Haaland, Savinho |
| Team Strengths | Powerful attacking play |
| Team Weaknesses | Passive pressing |
| Key Injuries and suspensions | Nathan Ake (Thigh Injury), Oscar Bobb |
Inter
Simone Inzaghi has taken a measured approach to Inter’s preparation for the 2024/25 season, gradually bringing his squad to peak physical condition.
The Nerazzurri secured two wins and two draws in the first four matches. In the last match against Monza, Inzaghi left several key players on the bench, causing Inter to lose two points and coming close to defeat.
In the right place at the right time ⚽#ForzaInter #MonzaInter @DenzelJMD2 pic.twitter.com/583sPxeNAf
— Inter ⭐⭐ (@Inter_en) September 16, 2024
However, in previous matches, Inter played with their main lineup. Against Lecce and Atalanta, Inter’s players showed a very high level of play with many top-class combinations and easily defeated their opponents.
Therefore, evaluating Inzaghi’s team based on the victorious matches in the second and third rounds rather than their last match is more appropriate.
Inter clearly saved energy against Monza to fully prepare for the matches against Manchester City in the Champions League and Milan in Serie A. In these encounters, fans can expect Inter to showcase their best football, with the squad fully prepared and key players back in the lineup.
#UCL, the schedule on the eve of #ManchesterCityInter 👇 #ForzaInter
— Inter ⭐⭐ (@Inter_en) September 16, 2024
In 2023, against Manchester City, Inter showed their ability to defend in a low block and launch lightning-fast counterattacks with bright combinations. It will be interesting to see how successfully the Milan club can handle the opponent’s vulnerable pressing and whether they can take advantage of the English club’s weaknesses.
| Recent Form | DWWDD |
| Key Players to Watch | Marcus Thuram, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Nicolò Barella |
| Team Strengths | Excellent combination play in half-spaces, great crosses into the penalty box |
| Team Weaknesses | There is not always enough compactness in defence |
| Key Injuries and suspensions | Federico Dimarco (doubtful) |
Manchester City vs Inter Head-to-Head Statistics
On June 11, 2023, these teams battled in the final of the Champions League, and the match was decided by Rodri’s goal in the second half. Inter created several dangerous moments and could have drawn in regular time if Romelu Lukaku had capitalized on his chances.
Manchester City vs Inter Player Focus
Erling Haaland has shaken off his struggles in big matches from last season and enters this fixture in remarkable form.
On the other side, Marcus Thuram had a great August for Inter. He could cause serious problems for the City defenders, who had difficulty containing Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo last weekend.
T-minus 2️⃣ days. #UCL pic.twitter.com/AuO7Gd5vEL
— Manchester City (@ManCity) September 16, 2024
Although Lautaro Martínez is still regaining peak form, he will surely be highly motivated to show his best qualities in the match against Manchester City.
Manchester City vs Inter Preview, Tactical Analysis
Manchester City might have trouble dealing with Inter’s wing-backs joining the attack, especially in a 4-2-3-1 formation where it’s difficult to control the flanks defensively against an opponent playing in a 3-5-2 formation.
The match against Brentford confirmed this, as the first goal was conceded due to City’s inability to stop Thomas Frank’s team’s wing-backs.
Manchester City vs Inter Prediction
- Football Pick: 1X (City won`t lose) and Total Under 4.5
- Odds: 1.39 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Manchester City 1-1 Inter
Several of Inter’s key players were rested in the match against Monza, so they will surely be full of energy and able to show their best game against Manchester City.
Inter has the capability to organize a solid defense, limiting the opponent’s attacking power. At the same time, the visitors have all the tools to successfully overcome the opponent’s pressing.
And so it begins… 🔄#ManCity | #UCL pic.twitter.com/JLWYxu0Rc0
— Manchester City (@ManCity) September 16, 2024
Meanwhile, Manchester City will surely be able to exploit the weaknesses of Simone Inzaghi’s playing system and demonstrate all their attacking power.
It will be an interesting match, but I think we are unlikely to see more than four goals, and Manchester City surely won’t lose in this match, at the very least.
Manchester City vs Inter Prediction, Betting Tip
- Football Pick: Inter Total Over 0.5
- Odds: 1.57 (22Bet)
Manchester City has conceded goals in four out of their last five matches, while Inter has consistently scored in their last five games.
The visitors will have a good chance to take advantage of the 3-5-2 formation on the flanks and capitalize on Manchester City’s passive pressing. Therefore, I suggest the option where Inter will score at least one goal.
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