Introduction to the Club World Cup Match
The most anticipated match in Group E of the 2025 Club World Cup is approaching, and it could leave one of the candidates eliminated. At Seattle’s Lumen Field, River and Inter will play for their future in what promises to be an entertaining match. The possibility of a three-way tie for first place and a qualifier for the Round of 16 being decided by yellow and red cards adds to the excitement.
Team Previews and Odds
Marcelo Gallardo’s River come into this match following a 0-0 draw against Monterrey, where they missed a great chance to win and qualify in the last matchday. Although they lead the group with four points and a +2 goal difference, if they don’t beat Inter (four points and +1), it could become complicated. A defeat or even a draw could leave them out of the competition if Monterrey (2 points) beats Urawa Reds (0 points).
For Inter, the outlook is similar. Taking into account the tiebreak system at the Club World Cup to qualify for the Round of 16, if the Nerazzurri draw and Monterrey get three points against the Japanese side, who are already eliminated, it could well mean that fair play becomes the decisive factor. Inter will want to win to avoid any use of the calculator.
According to Bet365, the favourite in this match is Inter. Backing the Italian team pays 23/20 whilst a win for River in Seattle is priced up at 29/10. For the draw, it is 21/10.
Predictions and Tips
The Sporting News presents odds and predictions to bet and make the match more exciting.
Miguel Borja to score at any time is priced at 47/20 with 10Bet. Without Sebastian Driussi for the rest of the tournament due to a sprained ankle, the only centre-forward in River’s squad is Miguel Borja. Although the Colombian is likely to start, he has not yet scored in the United States and missed several chances against Monterrey.
Over 2.5 goals in the match is priced at 1/1 with 10Bet. River and Inter are two teams that tend to have an attacking mindset. Despite the different combinations of results that could happen, both clubs know that with a win they will be in the Round of 16 and to achieve that goal they need to score goals.
Team News and Lineups
The injury situation could be easing for new Inter boss Cristian Chivu, with absentees Hakan Calhanoglu (thigh), Denzel Dumfries, and Davide Frattesi (both muscular) set to return.
Marcus Thuram (hip flexor), Piotr Zielin (calf), Benjamin Pavard (undisclosed), and Yann Bisseck (thigh) are all more likely to be involved once more in the knockouts, should Inter get there.
The ongoing absences of Thuram and Mahdi Tararemi, who is stranded in Iran due to all flights in his homeland being grounded, means that Sebastiano Esposito is set to continue alongside skipper Lautaro Martinez up front.
Inter Milan predicted XI (3-5-2, right to left): Onana (GK) — De Vrij, Acerbi, Bastoni — Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco — Esposito, Martinez.
Injured: Zielinski, Bisseck, Thuram, Pavard
Suspended: None
If River Plate fall before the knockout rounds, head coach Marcelo Gallardo is likely to rue their indiscipline. Kevin Castano was sent off for two bookable offences against Monterrey.
Fellow midfielders Enzo Perez and Giuliano Gallopo received their second bookings of the tournament last time out, so are also suspended.
Matias Kranevitter, Nacho Fernandez, and Rodrigo Aliendro are all in contention to start in the engine room. Elsewhere, Maxi Meza replaced the injured Sebastian Driussi on the left wing against Monterrey and should keep his place. Miguel Borja is the alternative for that berth.
River Plate predicted XI (3-1-3-3, right to left): Armani (GK) — Montiel, Martinez Quarta, Diaz — Acuna — Fernandez, Kranevitter, Almendra — Matos, Colidio, Meza.
Injured: Driussi
Suspended: Castano, Perez, Gallopo
Predicted Score and Most Likely Results
Here’s some of the most likely results for this Club World Cup match-up, according to Bet365.
- Draw 1-1: 5/1
- Inter 1-0: 7/1
- Inter 2-1: 8/1
- Inter 2-0: 9/1
- River 1-0: 10/1
- Draw 0-0: 8/1
- Draw 2-2: 12/1
How to Watch the Match
- Date: Thursday, June 27
- Venue: Lumen Field, Seattle
- Time: 2:00 a.m. BST
- TV/Streaming: DAZN
Conclusion
The upcoming match between Inter Milan and River Plate in the Club World Cup is expected to be an exciting and intense encounter. With both teams having a lot to play for, it’s difficult to predict the outcome. However, with the odds and predictions provided, fans can make informed decisions about their bets. The match will be available to stream on DAZN, and fans can tune in to watch the action unfold. Ultimately, the team that comes out on top will be one step closer to advancing in the tournament, and the losing team will be at risk of elimination.
