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Champions League – Inter Milan vs FC Sheriff: Betting Preview

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Sports Innovation previews the Champions League match between Inter Milan and FC Sheriff and offers team stats and betting tips with the latest odds.

Only victory will do for Inter Milan for Tuesday’s Champions League clash against FC Sheriff.

Despite being the heavy odds-on favorites, Inter have not exactly had a dream start in Group D. The Nerazzurri are in third place with just a single point from two games.

FC Sheriff, on the other hand, are arguably the Champions League’s surprise package. The Wasps are gunning for three straight victories, having taken an early lead in Group D with maximum points.

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Facts and figures for Inter vs FC Sheriff

  • Inter did not win the last 3 matches in a row;
  • Inter did not win the last 5 matches in a row at home;
  • Total goals was UNDER 3.5 in Inter’s last 5 of 7 matches;
  • Inter $NON_SCORING in the last 5 of 7 matches.
  • FC Sheriff unbeaten the last 10 matches in a row;
  • FC Sheriff unbeaten the last 5 matches in a row when playing away;
  • FC Sheriff has won in the last 4 of 5 matches;
  • FC Sheriff scored in the last 12 of 14 matches.

Current form — Inter v. FC Sheriff

The Nerazzurri paddling along

While tough to break down Inter will be eager to turn one of their many draws into a win. Inter have seen it all in their last 3 matches, which brought home 4 points. They first shared the points in a 0-0 draw with Shakhtar Donetsk, before claiming 3 points in a 2-1 win against Sassuolo. Unfortunately for them, this was followed by a 3-1 defeat at the hands of Lazio.

The Wasps hoping to bounce back

FC Sheriff seem untouchable right now extending their winning run in their latest outing. In their last 3 matches, Yuriy Vernydub’s side beat Real Madrid 2-1 before overcoming Milsami 1-0. They defeated Sfintul Gheorghe 4-0 in their last match.

According to the bookmakers, Inter are favourites to win. Betting on the away win will get you odds of 18.00, meaning the bookies predict another surprise victory for FC Sheriff is unlikely. For placing your bet on Inter, the best price at the time of writing is 1.19.

Inter v. FC Sheriff — fixture history

There is a first for everything and this is the very first FC Sheriff have been drawn against Inter in the Champions League.

Current table in the Champions League

Primary goal getter

Edin Dzeko is one of the Inter players, who is expected to score on a regular basis. His current season total is 6 goals. FC Sheriff have eyes fixed on Frank Castaneda, who is on a single goal so far this campaign. No doubt more will follow soon, when he hits his stride.

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