On August 30, 2024, Inter Milan will host Atalanta at the iconic San Siro in a highly anticipated Serie A fixture.
As the reigning champions, Inter aim to continue their unbeaten start to the season, while Atalanta seeks to bounce back after a mixed beginning.
With both teams eager to make a statement, this match promises to be an exciting encounter.
Match Preview
Inter Milan enters this matchup in strong form, currently sitting in second place with four points from their opening two matches.
They secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Lecce in their latest outing, showcasing their dominance with 62% possession and 11 shots.
Goals from Matteo Darmian and Hakan Calhanoglu sealed the win, following an earlier 2-2 draw against Genoa.
Notably, Inter has lost only one of their last 34 Serie A matches and remains unbeaten in their last 16 home league games, instilling confidence as they prepare to face Atalanta.
Atalanta started their campaign with an impressive 4-0 win over Lecce, featuring braces from Marco Brescianini and Mateo Retegui.
However, their momentum was halted by a disappointing 2-1 loss to Torino, despite a staggering 25 shots on goal.
While Atalanta has demonstrated their scoring ability, netting in each of their last 14 Serie A games, they have also struggled defensively, conceding four goals in their last four matches, with each of those games producing over 2.5 total goals.
Head to Head
Historically, Inter Milan has had the upper hand over Atalanta, winning their last four Serie A meetings and scoring an impressive 12 goals in the process, averaging three goals per game.
Atalanta’s struggles against Inter are evident, as they have failed to win any of their last 11 league encounters with the Milanese side, managing just one victory in their last 15 matchups.
This daunting record adds further pressure on Atalanta as they visit the San Siro.
Team News
Inter Milan faces a few injury concerns ahead of this match, with key players Lautaro Martinez, Stefan de Vrij, and Tajon Buchanan sidelined due to muscle and shin injuries.
Despite these absences, the squad remains deep with talent ready to step in.
Atalanta’s injury list is also significant, featuring Gianluca Scamacca, Rafael Toloi, Giorgio Scalvini, and Sead Kolasinac, all dealing with various injuries.
These missing players could impact Atalanta’s performance, especially against a formidable opponent like Inter.
Prediction
Given Inter Milan’s current form, strong home advantage, and Atalanta’s poor recent record in this fixture, we predict a victory for the hosts.
While Atalanta may find the net, Inter’s offensive strength is likely to see them claim all three points.
- Score Prediction: Inter Milan 2-1 Atalanta
Betting Tips
Inter Milan to Win: Betting on a victory for Inter is a safe choice, considering their current form and historical dominance over Atalanta.
Both Teams to Score – Yes: With both teams capable of finding the back of the net, this bet is likely to pay off given their recent performances.
Over 2.5 Goals: Given Atalanta’s high-scoring games and Inter’s offensive capabilities, placing a bet on over 2.5 total goals is advisable.
Inter to Score Over 1.5 Goals: With their attacking prowess, betting on Inter scoring more than 1.5 goals in this match could yield favorable odds.