Inter will commence their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup campaign against Monterrey on Tuesday, June 17, after experiencing a heavy 5-0 loss to PSG in the UEFA Champions League final. With former manager Simone Inzaghi heading to Al-Hilal, Cristian Chivu has taken the reins as the new head coach. Monterrey will also debut their new coach, Domenec Torrent, against Inter.
In a concerning development, Inter’s forward Mehdi Taremi will not participate in the tournament due to the escalating situation in the Middle East, leaving him stranded in Tehran. Here are the details for watching the match:
How to Watch Monterrey vs. Inter, Odds
- Date: Tuesday, June 17
- Time: 9 p.m. ET
- Location: Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, California
- Live Stream: Watch on DAZN (Try for free)
- Odds: Monterrey +425; Draw +333; Inter -175
Possible Lineups
Monterrey XI: Esteban Andrada; Stefan Medina, Jorge Rodriguez, Sergio Ramos, Gerardo Arteaga; Fidel Ambriz, Chavez; Oliver Torres, Sergio Canales, Jesus Corona; German Berterame.
Inter XI: Yann Sommer; Yann Bisseck, Stefan de Vrij, Alessandro Bastoni; Denzel Dumfries, Davide Frattesi, Petar Sucic, Nicolo Barella, Federico Dimarco; Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram.
Player to Watch
Lautaro Martinez, Inter: After a disappointing Champions League final, his leadership will be critical as he guides the team under Chivu’s new management.
Storyline to Watch
Can Inter Overcome their Champions League Heartbreak? Despite managerial changes, there are questions regarding the team’s ability to bounce back after losing two consecutive Champions League finals. Chivu’s inexperience could complicate their efforts.
Prediction
Given their current struggles, Monterrey may capitalize on Inter’s transitional phase, making for an exciting match. Prediction: Monterrey 1, Inter 1.
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