Battle of Tactics as Inter Milan host Liverpool at the San Siro

As the Champions League returns after a 3-month break, fans are presented with an exciting fixture of better Italian Champions, Inter Milan, and English giants, Liverpool FC. This is the fixture to watch as both teams eye for “European Glory”.

Being a round of 16 tie, fans will get a two-legged battle between these sides. On Wednesday, February 15, Liverpool will take on Inter Milan at the San Siro, the home of Internazionale.

A month later, on March 9, both these teams will fight each other in the return fixture. The second leg will be held in Anfield, Liverpool’s home turf.

Liverpool, based on their current form, is one of the favorites to win this competition.

Inter players feel confident about this fixture especially their star striker, Edin Dzeko who was interviewed said, “It hasn’t been a lucky draw for us because Liverpool definitely can hurt anyone. But it is the Champions League, the best in the world”.

“Liverpool are favorites, we know it. But you cannot say 100 percent one team will beat the other. We have a great team, too, and I’d say there will be lots of goals.”

What does it mean for both teams to win?

Winning the Champions League has its own perks. It is the most elite club-level competition and already having reached the round of 16, both teams feel that they must give it their all in order to succeed.

Liverpool has been inconsistent in their previous campaign and having a strong squad this season, they’ll try and reconquer Europe.

Inter on the other hand are the underdogs due to their minimal knock-out stage experience. A win for Inter will result in a “big European shock”.

Current Form

Liverpool has been consistent with their games. Already reaching the EFL Cup final and fifth round of FA Cup, Pool is enjoying a good season. In the English Premier League, Liverpool is trying their best to catch up with the leaders, Manchester City who are six points ahead.

Liverpool’s last five games: W W W W W

Inter Milan is performing well under their new manager, Filippo Inzaghi. Already defeating Juventus in the Supercoppa Italiana Final, Inter has secured the first silverware of this season. Holding a strong second position in the league with a game in hand, Inter is playing really well.

Inter Milan’s last five games: D W L W W

Predictions

Based on an online poll conducted for the first leg, Liverpool come out on the top.

Liverpool win: 60%
Draw: 20%
Inter Milan win: 20%

Where to watch this exciting fixture?

The match will be held in San Siro on 16th February 2022. Fans all around the world can follow the stream channels mentioned below to watch and enjoy this fixture.