Barcelona v Inter Milan Prediction & Betting Tips

Wednesday | 19:00 UTC | Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys | UEFA Champions League

Barcelona return to Champions League action on Wednesday night, hosting Inter Milan in the first leg of their semi-final tie. Fresh off Copa del Rey glory, Hansi Flick’s side have the wind in their sails and a golden shot at treble success.

Barcelona Riding the Highs of Domestic Success

Saturday’s 3–2 win over Real Madrid in the Copa final was more than a trophy, it was a statement. With the title race under control and a place in the Champions League final just two games away, Flick’s men are peaking at the right time.

They’ve now won 5 of their 6 home games in Europe this season and dispatched both Benfica and Borussia Dortmund with relative ease. There’s every reason to believe they’ll come out firing again in front of a raucous Catalan crowd.

Inter Hit With Untimely Dip

While Barca were lifting silverware, Inter Milan’s Serie A hopes took a hit with a flat 1–0 loss at home to Roma. That was their second defeat in a week, and momentum is suddenly not on their side.

Still, Simone Inzaghi’s men showed their mettle in the quarter-finals, seeing off Bayern Munich across two tight legs. This squad knows how to scrap in Europe, but they’ll need to be much sharper than they’ve been recently.

How the Bookies See It

Barcelona are strong favourites at 1.63 to take a first-leg lead. Inter are priced at 4.90 to spring a surprise, with the draw available at 4.20.

For those looking for added value, Barça to win and under 4.5 goals is available at 2.10.

Head-to-Head: Barcelona’s Edge

These sides are well-acquainted in recent Champions League history, having been drawn together 5 times in the last 6 seasons. Barcelona lead the head-to-head battle with 6 wins from 12 and only 2 defeats.

Players to Watch

Raphinha continues to dazzle in Europe. The Brazilian has been involved in 19 goals (12G, 7A) in just 12 Champions League games this season and is priced at 1.50 to either score or assist.

On the Inter side, keep an eye on Federico Dimarco. He’ll be tested by Lamine Yamal, and given the winger’s tendency to draw fouls (1.92 per match), Dimarco is well-priced at 4.00 to be carded.

Predicted Lineups

Barcelona: Szczesny; Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsi, Martin; Pedri, De Jong; Yamal, Olmo, Raphinha; Torres
Inter Milan: Sommer; Pavard, Acerbi, Bastoni; Darmian, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Martinez, Taremi

Stephen’s Betting Tips

✅ Raphinha to Score or Assist – 1.50
✅ Barcelona to Win & Under 4.5 Goals – 2.10
✅ Federico Dimarco to be carded– 4.00

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Odds correct at time of writing