A decisive juncture awaits Inter Milan in the Club World Cup. After drawing their opening match against Monterrey and securing a comeback victory against Japan`s Urawa Reds, the Nerazzurri will battle for qualification and first place in the group in a critical clash with River Plate. River currently sits level on points with Chivu`s side. This is effectively a playoff, which, according to Sisal experts, slightly favors Inter. Inter`s odds for a win are set at 2.20, while the Argentinians, although unbeaten in the tournament, face a tougher challenge with odds at 3.75. A draw, which would be sufficient for the Italian side to secure passage to the knockout rounds, is priced at 3.00.
Inter`s journey so far has highlighted weaknesses, particularly in defense, as demonstrated by the goals conceded against both Monterrey and Urawa. With River Plate having consistently found the net, a “Both Teams to Score” outcome (Gol) is anticipated, priced at 1.65. The odds for Under 2.5 goals (1.75) are slightly preferred over Over 2.5 (2.00).
A potential change in attack for Inter could see Francesco Pio Esposito partnering Lautaro Martinez, possibly replacing his brother Sebastiano. The young Italian forward`s goal odds are 3.75, with Lautaro the favorite at 2.75. For River, with Driussi unavailable, the attack relies on Colidio, priced at 3.60 to score, alongside Mastantuono at 4.00.
Looking at the group winner market, Inter is favored to finish first in Group E at 1.57 compared to River Plate`s odds of 2.20.
Meanwhile, Juventus is vying for first place in Group G against Manchester City. The Bianconeri`s tally of 9 goals scored in the tournament gives them an edge over City, who have scored one less. However, in the head-to-head match, Tudor`s men are significantly unfavored.
According to Sisal experts, a Juventus victory is priced at a high 4.75. Manchester City`s success in the match is valued at just 1.75, with a draw at 3.60. Among the Juventus players, Kenan Yildiz has particularly stood out, having already scored three goals in the tournament; a fourth is priced at 5.50. Randal Kolo Muani, after a brace on his debut, is offered as a scorer at 4.00. For City, unsurprisingly, Erling Haaland is the standout with goal odds of 2.10.
Despite Juventus having scored more goals overall in the group stage, Manchester City remains the clear favorite to win Group G, with odds of 1.75 compared to the Bianconeri`s 2.00.