Inter Milan vs Fluminense prediction, 2:00 AM on July 1st: A tough match for Inter Milan.

Match preview: Inter Milan vs Fluminense

Inter Milan's start to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 was not particularly impressive, if not somewhat disappointing. Coach Chivu's team only managed a draw against Urawa Reds and a narrow victory against Monterrey, two relatively unknown teams. A 2-0 win against River Plate in the final group stage match secured Inter Milan's place in the Round of 16 as Group E winners, but it wasn't enough to mask the problems faced by the Serie A representatives.

Inter Milan's midfield lacks ball control and creativity in attacking play. This results in Inter Milan's attack being ineffective even against weaker opponents.

Inter Milan's bright spot is young striker Lautaro Martinez, their main attacking threat with 10 goals in their last 11 matches.

Conversely, Fluminense, despite not being highly rated, is showing stability and a strong fighting spirit. The South American team secured their place in the Round of 16 as runners-up in Group F, where they drew with Dortmund, defeated Ulsan Hyundai, and shared points with Mamelodi Sundowns.

Fluminense's strength lies in their disciplined style of play and balanced squad, based on a solid defense with two consecutive clean sheets. This will be a major challenge for Inter Milan, who are weak in attack. Coach Gaucho's players also have the psychological advantage of being more relaxed against an opponent considered the "favorites".

Force information

Lautaro Martinez scored 10 goals in 11 matches in 2025, including two at the FIFA Club World Cup, but his partner Marcus Thuram was sidelined due to injury.

Lautaro could be partnered by Francesco Pio Esposito, who is also in fairly good form. Besides Mehdi Taremi's absence, Hakan Calhanoglu, Piotr Zielinski, Benjamin Pavard, and Yann Bisseck have all returned to Milan.

Meanwhile, Fluminense will still be without Otavio, but new signing Yeferson Soteldo has returned to full training and may be available to play. The Brazilian team could be at a disadvantage if captain Thiago Silva is unavailable.

Predicted score: Inter Milan 1-0 Fluminense

Inter Milan (3-5-2): Sommer; Darmian, Acerbi, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Asllani, Mkhitaryan, Augusto; FP Esposito, Martinez

Fluminese (4-2-3-1): Fabio; Xavier, Silva, Freytes, Rene; Hercules, Martinelli; Arias, Nonato, Canobbio; Everaldo

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Xiao Feng

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