Cristian Chivu’s Inter is gearing up for their second match in the FIFA Club World Cup against Urawa Red Diamonds on Saturday, following a 1-1 draw in their opener against Monterrey. Having parted ways with manager Simone Inzaghi after the UEFA Champions League defeat to PSG, Inter now embarks on a new chapter under Chivu’s leadership.
Mehdi Taremi will be absent from the match due to rising tensions in the Middle East, as he remains in Tehran with flights grounded.
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, June 21
- Time: 12 p.m. ET
- Location: Lumen Field – Seattle, Oregon
- Live Stream: Watch on DAZN (Try for free)
- Odds: Inter -550; Draw +550; Urawa Reds +1200
Possible Lineups
Inter XI: Sommer; Pavard, de Vrij, Bastoni; Luis Henrique, Frattesi, Asllani, Barella, Carlos Augusto; Lautaro Martinez, Sebastiano Esposito.
Urawa Reds XI: Nishikawa; Ishihara, Danilo Boza, Hoibraaten, Naganuma; Yasui, Gustafson; Kaneko, Watanabe, Matheus Savio; Matsuo.
Player to Watch
Sebastiano Esposito is likely to make a significant impact as Inter’s strike force faces challenges with the absence of Marcus Thuram due to injury.
Storyline
Despite an underwhelming start, Inter is expected to aim for a strong performance this Saturday, especially with a crucial match against River Plate on Wednesday looming.
Prediction
It’s anticipated that Inter will secure a win against Urawa Reds, maintaining momentum for the final group match.
