Italian club Inter is set to face Fluminense on Monday in a compelling Round of 16 match in the Club World Cup. Inter secured their spot in the knockout stage with a 2-0 victory over River Plate in the final group match, thanks to goals scored by promising young player Francesco Pio Esposito and Alessandro Bastoni. The team, now managed by Cristian Chivu, will take on Fluminense. There`s also a potential future encounter with their former coach, Simone Inzaghi, if his Al-Hilal side manages to overcome Manchester City in the next round.
Match Details
- Date: Monday, June 30
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Bank of America Stadium — Charlotte, North Carolina
- Live stream: Watch on DAZN (for free)
- Odds: Inter -145; Draw +240; Fluminense +430
Possible Lineups
Inter XI:
Sommer; Darmian, Acerbi, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Asllani, Mkhitaryan, Augusto; Thuram, Martinez.
Fluminense XI:
Fabio; Xavier, Silva, Freytes, Rene; Hercules, Martinelli; Arias, Nonato, Canobbio; Everaldo.
Player to Watch
Lautaro Martinez, Inter
The captain for Inter is arguably the most exciting player heading into this match, having already netted two goals in the tournament`s first three games. While he didn`t score in the critical match against River Plate, his leadership and goal-scoring ability will be vital, especially considering that promising Italian youngster Esposito is sidelined with a minor injury and French striker Marcus Thuram is doubtful as he recovers from his own injury.
Storyline to Watch
Will the match proceed as planned?
There are concerns regarding the weather forecast for Monday in Charlotte, with a risk of storms. Similar conditions on Saturday significantly impacted the round of 16 tie between Chelsea and Benfica, causing a suspension of over two hours at the same venue due to lightning and thunder. After that match, which ultimately lasted four hours and 39 minutes, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca commented, `I think it`s a joke, to be honest. It`s not football. It`s completely something new. I struggle to understand. I can understand if it`s security reasons, but if you suspend seven or eight games, then it`s probably not the right place to do the competition.`
Prediction
Despite some injury concerns, Inter is expected to defeat Fluminense on Monday. However, anticipate a closely contested match.
Predicted Score: Inter 2, Fluminense 1.
