Inter Milan will look to continue their strong league form when they travel to face struggling Cagliari on Sunday, December 29, 2024. A win would see the defending Serie A champions leapfrog Atalanta at the top of the table, keeping their title defense firmly on track. Meanwhile, Cagliari are fighting to escape the relegation zone after earning just 14 points from 17 games. The Africa Football’s editor Bill Eshun dives into the game’s analysis.
- Inter Milan are just three points behind league leaders Atalanta and have a game in hand.
- Cagliari are one of three teams yet to reach 15 points this season.
Inter Milan: On a Roll
Inter Milan have been in excellent form domestically. Following their Champions League loss to Bayer Leverkusen, the reigning Serie A champions have bounced back with three consecutive league wins, including an emphatic 6-0 demolition of Lazio.
This resurgence comes at a crucial time as they aim to capitalize on their game in hand to overtake Atalanta at the top of the table. With momentum on their side, Inter will be confident heading into this clash against a struggling opponent.
Cagliari: Fighting for Survival
Cagliari are among the bottom three teams in Serie A and have only managed 14 points from their opening 17 matches. Only Venezia and Monza have performed worse, with 13 and 10 points, respectively. The Sardinian side faces a daunting challenge against one of the league’s most dominant teams.
Mike Aidoo: Hopeful for a League Debut
The past week has been significant for 19-year-old defender Mike Aidoo. He made his first appearance for Inter in the Coppa Italia, where the team secured a 2-0 win over Udinese.
Aidoo’s chances for a Serie A debut look promising after he was named on the bench during Inter’s recent 2-0 victory over Como. With Inter expected to dominate against Cagliari, this could be the perfect opportunity for the youngster to make his league debut.
Team News
- Inter Milan: Francesco Acerbi and 2018 World Cup winner Benjamin Pavard will miss the match.
- Cagliari: Yerry Mina is doubtful for the game.
The Odds
Cagliari are heavy underdogs, with their odds of victory priced at 7.04 on 1xBet. Inter Milan are clear favorites, with odds of 1.492, while a draw is priced at 4.92.
Prediction
Inter Milan have dominated recent encounters, winning four of their last five meetings with Cagliari. With Cagliari sitting in the relegation zone, Inter are expected to secure a comfortable victory and keep their title ambitions alive.
Predicted Scoreline: Cagliari 0-3 Inter Milan
