Inter Milan hosts Barcelona in the crucial second leg of their UEFA Champions League semifinal tie. The first leg, played at Barcelona`s home ground, ended in an exciting 3-3 draw, despite Barcelona being the initial favorites.
Domestically, Barcelona recently defeated Valladolid in La Liga, while Inter Milan secured a clean sheet victory over Verona in Serie A action.
The match kicks off at 3 p.m. ET from San Siro Stadium in Milan on Tuesday, May 6.
Current odds favor the visitors, Barcelona, at +115 on the 90-minute money line, while Inter Milan is listed at +200. A draw is priced at +290, with the over/under for total goals scored set at 3.5.
For insights and predictions on this match, we turn to proven SportsLine soccer expert Jon Eimer.
Jon Eimer`s Expert Picks:
Barcelona Money Line (+115)
The expert notes that Barcelona is currently on a strong run, undefeated in their last five matches with four wins. Although they have conceded three goals in their two recent Champions League fixtures, the expected return of star goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen should provide a defensive boost. Conversely, Inter Milan may face offensive challenges, potentially losing their top goal-scorer Lautaro Martinez due to a hamstring injury.
Barcelona Team Total Over 1.5 Goals (-130)
Eimer explains that both teams have recently demonstrated a preference for aggressive attacking play with high defensive lines, rather than focusing on shutting down opponents. While another high-scoring 3-3 draw might not occur, he suggests that both sides are susceptible to matches getting out of control if things don`t go their way early. Barcelona has also demonstrated strong scoring form, netting over 1.5 goals in four of their last five outings.
Raphinha to Score or Assist (-115)
This prediction proved correct in the first leg when the Brazilian forward provided an assist on Ferran Torres` goal. Raphinha has shown significant productivity in the Champions League this season, with 12 goals and eight assists through 13 matches in the competition, according to the source.
