Atletico Madrid vs Inter Milan – Match preview and team news | OneFootball

Atletico Madrid welcome Internazionale to the Metropolitano for a UEFA Champions League group fixture on Wednesday evening.

Both sides will be searching for a crucial victory that could significantly impact their European campaign trajectory, in what promises to be an intense tactical battle between two of Europe’s most defensively astute sides.

Atletico Madrid vs Inter Milan – Match preview and team news

Atletico Madrid team news

Atlético Madrid face significant selection challenges ahead of this crucial Champions League encounter. Goalkeeper Jan Oblak remains a doubt as he continues his recovery from a muscle injury sustained during the international break, but the Slovenia international might make a comeback in the upcoming fixture after a late fitness check.

Argentine backup Juan Musso will make his first European appearance of the season if Oblak does not start, having impressed with a clean sheet against Getafe in La Liga.

Marcos Llorente has been ruled out with a thigh muscle injury sustained during Sunday’s victory over Getafe, depriving Simeone of one of his most versatile performers. Defender Robin Le Normand also remains sidelined with a knee injury, further depleting the Colchoneros’ options at the back.

Additionally, Julian Álvarez carries a minor discomfort concern ahead of the clash, though the Argentine attacker is expected to feature.

Despite these injury setbacks, Atlético Madrid possesses enough quality to trouble Inter’s defence. Antoine Griezmann demonstrated his impact from the bench recently, scoring twice as a substitute in the 3-1 victory over Levante. Alexander Sorloth has provided a potent attacking outlet, while the midfield will be marshalled by Koke and Pablo Barrios.

Inter Milan team news

Cristian Chivu’s squad is also depleted heading into this fixture. Denzel Dumfries is ruled out with an ankle injury sustained during the 2-0 win over Lazio before the international break, and reports suggest the Dutch wingback could be sidelined until late December. The 29-year-old has been a key contributor this season, scoring in two Champions League fixtures.

Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Matteo Darmian remain unavailable through muscular problems, further limiting Chivu’s defensive options. Carlos Augusto is expected to fill in for Dumfries on the right flank, while Piotr Zielinski and Petar Sucic are competing for the midfield spot vacated by Mkhitaryan.

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Atletico Madrid

Diego Simeone’s side has demonstrated impressive consistency across all competitions, maintaining an unbeaten streak of five consecutive victories. Their most recent triumph came courtesy of a 1-0 victory over Getafe, courtesy of a Domingos Duarte own goal.

Inter Milan

Inter Milan have been on a remarkable trajectory this season despite their midweek setback in the Milan derby.

The Nerazzurri have an unblemished Champions League record of four consecutive victories in the competition, having a +10 goal difference while maintaining impressive defensive control. However, Cristian Chivu’s side will look to bounce back immediately following their 1-0 league loss to AC Milan.

Predicted lineups

Atletico Madrid: Musso; Molina, Gimenez, Hancko, Ruggeri; Simeone, Barrios, Koke, Gonzalez; Sorloth, Alvarez.

Inter Milan: Sommer; Akanji, Bisseck, Bastoni; Augusto, Barella, Calhanoglu, Zielinski, Dimarco; Martinez, Thuram.

How to watch Atletico Madrid vs Inter Milan?

In the UK, the Atletico Madrid vs Inter Milan UEFA Champions League match will typically be broadcast live on BT Sport, which holds exclusive rights to the Champions League fixtures.

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