FIFA Club World Cup: Inter Milan vs. River Plate Picks — Italians to Secure Progression? (Jun 25)

The top two in the Group E standings at the FIFA Club World Cup collide on matchday three, with both requiring a positive result to secure their progression.

Both Inter Milan and River Plate have picked up four points from their opening two matches, and a defeat for either on Wednesday will hand Monterrey an opportunity to gain progression to the knockout round.

Inter Milan vs. River Plate Overview

Odds

Inter Milan vs. River Plate Head-to-Head Record

Inter Milan Team News

Cristian Chivu is unlikely to make many changes to his team after experimenting with his squad throughout the Club World Cup. Lautaro Martinez is once again expected to lead the line for the Italian club.

Possible Lineup

Y. Sommer (GK); M. Darmian, S. de Vrij, C. Augusto, D. Dumfries, N. Barella, N. Zalewski, K. Asillani, F. Dimarco, L. Martinez, M. Thuram

River Plate Team News

Kevin Costano will serve his suspension for this crucial matchday three assignment against Inter Milan. The Argentine club is unlikely to make many further changes to their starting eleven.

Possible Lineup

F. Armani (GK); G. Montiel, L. Martinez, P. Diaz, M. Acuna, E. Perez, G. Galoppo, G. Martinez, F. Mastantuono, F. Colidio, M. Meza

Inter Milan vs. River Plate Picks

River Plate and Inter Milan were widely expected to finish in the top two positions, but it is likely that one team will be eliminated in the opening round.

Inter Milan’s experience in high-stakes encounters could be a key factor worth considering this week, meaning that we expect the Italians to progress.