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Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk Betting Tips, Predictions & Odds - Back a high-scoring draw in Group B finale

By Sport88 Staff

08 Dec 2020

Sport88 Staff 08 Dec 2020

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Inter Milan and Shakhtar Donetsk meet on Wednesday
The UEFA Champions League game kicks off at 8.00pm GMT
Victory for either side could see them qualify for the knockout stages
Inter Milan have seen over 3.5 goals in 5 of their last 8 matches
Shakhtar Donetsk have seen over 3.5 goals in 3 of their last 5 matches

Inter Milan and Shakhtar Donetsk both need a win to be in the hunt to qualify (Getty Images)

Inter Milan and Shahktar Donetsk both need victory to be in with a chance of qualifying for the knockout stages when they meet in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday. All four teams in Group B are separated by just three points, making a win at the San Siro a must for both sides.

Inter Milan Form

Inter Milan are bottom of the group heading into the game with five points. A win will propel them above Shakhtar Dontesk and see them qualify, unless the game between Real Madrid and Borussia Monchengladbach ends in a draw.

Antonio Conte's side kept their qualification hopes alive with a first win of the campaign last week. A Romelu Lukaku double helped Inter to a 3-2 win over Monchengladbach.

But their disappointing start leaves things hanging by a thread. Inter lost to Real Madrid 3-2 in Spain and 2-0 in Milan, and drew 2-2 at home to Borussia Monchengladbach and 0-0 with Shakhtar.

In Serie A, Inter have won their last two games to make it three in a row in all competitions. They defeated Sassuolo 3-0 before getting the better of Bologna 3-1 at the weekend.

Inter Milan Team News

Midfielder Artuto Vidal returns for Inter after missing the win over Borussia Monchengladbach through suspension.

Midfielder Nicolo Barella is a doubt due to injury, while wing-back Aleksandar Kolarov is set to miss out again due to coronavirus.

Midfielders Matias Vecino and Radja Nainggolan and forward Andrea Pinamonti all remain sidelined.

Shakhtar Donetsk Form

Shakhtar are a win away from qualifying from the group despite suffering two heavy losses during the campaign. But such is the nature of the group, the Ukrainians could finish top or bottom come then end of the evening.

A win guarantees a place in the last 16. A draw in Milan will see Shakhtar qualify should Real Madrid and Borussia Monchengladbach also end all square. But a loss coupled with a Real victory would see Luis Castro’s side finish bottom and miss out on the Europa League.

It has been a mixed campaign for Shakhtar, who lost 6-0 at home to Gladbach and suffered a 4-0 defeat in Germany. They drew 0-0 with Inter at home and have twice beaten Real Madrid 3-2 in Spain and 2-0 at home last week.

Shakhtar have won three in a row with Ukraine Premier League wins over Dnipro-1 (1-0) and Minaj (5-1) either side of last week's victory over Real Madrid.

Shakhtar Donetsk Team News

Shakhtar are still without defensive midfielder Maksym Malyshev, left-backs Ismaily and Viktor Korniienko and winger Yevhen Konoplyanka.

Junior Moraes is a doubt after picking up a hamstring injury.

Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk Head to Head

Inter Milan have never been beaten by Shakhtar Donetsk with two wins for the Serie A side and two draws from four previous matches. It was a point each from a goalless draw between the sides in the reverse fixture in October.

Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk Odds

Inter Milan are clear favourites to win at 1.34 favourites at Novibet. Shakhtar Donetsk are 10.00 outsiders at bet365, while a draw can be backed at 5.75.

Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk Stats

Inter Milan have won 3 of their last 11 matches (UEFA Champions League).
Inter Milan have seen over 3.5 goals in 5 of their last 8 matches (UEFA Champions League).
Inter Milan have kept 1 clean sheet in their last 8 matches (UEFA Champions League).
Inter Milan have never been beaten by Shakhtar Donetsk in 4 previous meetings (all competitions).
Shakhtar Donetsk have seen over 2.5 goals in 17 of their last 22 matches (UEFA Champions League).
Shakhtar Donetsk have seen over 3.5 goals in 3 of their last 5 matches (UEFA Champions League).

Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk FAQs

What is the best bet in Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk?

Both sides need to win, but may cancel each other out once again in a high-scoring draw. Over 2.5 goals and BTTS is our best bet.

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Where is Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk being played?

Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk is being played at San Siro in Milan, Italy.

When is Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk being played?

Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk is being played at 20:00 GMT on Wednesday 9 December 2020. The game is taking place at the San Siro.

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What competition are Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk playing in?

Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk are playing in the UEFA Champions League. The two sides drew 0-0 in the reverse fixture.

Verdict

Inter Milan v Shakhtar Donetsk

With so much on the line for both sides, the game should be open with plenty of goals. Both sides have struggled defensively in the competition and a high-scoring draw is predicted.