Inter Milan vs Arsenal: Kick-off Time, Live Stream, TV Channel, Team News
Arsenal is set to continue its UEFA Champions League campaign with a crucial match against Inter Milan at the iconic San Siro. This encounter will take place on Tuesday, January 20, at 8 p.m. GMT. Mikel Arteta’s team currently boasts an impeccable record in the tournament, winning all six of their matches so far.
Match Details
- Kick-off Time: Tuesday, January 20, 8 p.m. GMT (3 p.m. ET; 1:30 a.m. IST, January 21; 6 a.m. AEST, January 21)
- Venue: Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, Milan, Italy
- Referee: João Pinheiro (Portugal)
- VAR: Tiago Martins (Portugal)
Broadcast Information
Fans can watch the match through various platforms:
- Amazon Prime Video (UK)
- Paramount+ (U.S.)
- SonyLIV (India)
- Stan Sport (Australia)
Live updates will also be available on ESPN’s website.
Team News and Injuries
Inter Milan
- Josep Martínez (GK): Ankle – OUT, expected return late January
- Raffaele Di Gennaro (GK): Hand – OUT, expected return late January
- Tomas Palacios (D): Muscle – DOUBTFUL
- Denzel Dumfries (D): Ankle – OUT, expected return mid-March
- Hakan Çalhanoğlu (M): Muscle – OUT, expected return mid-February
Arsenal
- Piero Hincapié (D): Hamstring – OUT, expected return late January
- Cristhian Mosquera (D): Ankle – OUT, expected return mid-February
- Riccardo Calafiori (D): Muscle – OUT, expected return late January
- Max Dowman (F): Ankle – OUT, expected return mid-February
Match Preview
Both Arsenal and Inter Milan lead their respective leagues, showcasing strong defensive capabilities. Arsenal’s recent form includes a 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest, maintaining a seven-point lead in the Premier League. Inter, meanwhile, also leads Serie A, six points ahead of their closest competitor.
Strategies and Key Players
Given Arsenal’s heavy schedule, Arteta faces a dilemma regarding squad rotation. They may only need a point to secure their place in the Champions League knockout stage, which could influence team selection.
Inter’s attacking duo of Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martínez is expected to be pivotal. They have proven effective, creating significant scoring chances. Arsenal’s defense will need to remain vigilant against this partnership.
Expectations
This match could prove to be a tightly contested affair. With both teams displaying robust defensive structures, a low-scoring game might be on the cards. Arsenal’s recent struggles to convert scoring opportunities could further complicate matters.
Moreover, the matchup will highlight Arsenal’s need for creativity, especially amidst concerns regarding their ability to break down well-organized defenses. It remains essential for them to capitalize on set-pieces, a key component in their previous successes.
Fans can look forward to witnessing an exciting encounter at the San Siro, as two strong teams clash in a battle for supremacy both on the pitch and in the standings.
