Manchester City vs. Inter Milan: A Clash of Champions
Manchester City and Inter Milan, two of Europe’s most formidable football clubs, will face off in a highly anticipated Champions League match at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, September 18.
Manchester City have been in exceptional form, winning all four of their Premier League matches so far this season. Their most recent victory was a narrow 2-1 win over Brentford.
Inter Milan have also had a solid start to their Serie A campaign, with two wins and two draws. They most recently drew 1-1 with Monza.
Both teams will be aiming to make a strong statement in the Champions League and secure a crucial three points.
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Manchester City will be without Nathan Ake due to a hamstring injury. Oscar Bobb is also out with a long-term injury. Josko Gvardiol and Rico Lewis could start in defense, while Rodri is expected to feature in midfield.
Inter Milan have a relatively clean bill of health, with Tajon Buchanan the only notable absentee. Alessandro Bastoni, Nicolo Barella, and Hakan Calhanoglu are expected to return to the starting lineup.
Man City predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Ederson (GK) — Lewis, Stones, Dias, Gvardiol — Rodri, Kovacic — Bernardo, De Bruyne, Grealish — Haaland.
Inter Milan predicted XI (3-5-2): Sommer (GK) — Pavard, Acerbi, Bastoni — Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco — Thuram, Martinez.
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