Feyenoord vs Inter Milan: UCL Round of 16 Odds, Lineups & Predictions

Explore our detailed preview for Feyenoord vs Inter Milan in the Champions League Round of 16. Stats, predictions, and lineups for the 17:45 GMT match.

• Fixture: Feyenoord vs Inter Milan
• Competition: UEFA Champions League – Round of 16 (First Leg)
• Date: Wednesday, 5 March 2025
• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT
• Venue: Stadion Feijenoord 'De Kuip', Rotterdam
  

Feyenoord and Inter Milan meet in a highly anticipated Champions League Round of 16 clash, with both teams aiming for an early advantage before the return leg in Italy. Feyenoord’s home record against Italian sides makes them a tricky opponent, but Inter’s experience on the big stage gives them the edge in this battle.

• Over 2.5 Goals: 45% probability
• Both Teams to Score: 55% probability
• Inter Milan to Score First: 52% probability
• Win Probability: Inter Milan: 40%, Feyenoord: 30%, Draw: 30%

Feyenoord have been solid at home, losing just once in their last 12 matches against Italian teams, while Inter have not lost to a Dutch side in their last 11 European encounters. Can Feyenoord defy the odds, or will Inter’s quality shine through?

Match Prediction: Feyenoord 1-1 Inter Milan

• Feyenoord Wins: 1
• Inter Milan Wins: 0
• Draws: 1
• Last Meeting: Feyenoord 2-2 Inter Milan (April 2002, UEFA Europa League)

This is only the third competitive meeting between these two clubs, with Feyenoord eliminating Inter from the 2001/02 UEFA Cup semi-finals before going on to win the competition.

Recent Matches (All Competitions)

• Draw: Feyenoord 0-0 NEC (Erediivise)
• Win: Feyenoord 2-1 Almere City (Eredivisie)
• Draw: Milan 1-1 Feyenoord (Champions League, 2-1 agg win)
• Draw: NAC 0-0 Feyenoord (Eredivisie)
• Win: Feyenoord 1-0 Milan (Champions League, 2-1 agg win)
  

Key Insights:

• Knocked out AC Milan in the last round, proving they can handle top-tier opposition.
• Have won their last three home games in the Champions League. 

Robin van Persie has stepped in as manager, bringing fresh energy to the squad.

 Recent Matches (All Competitions)

• Draw Napoli 1-1 Inter (Serie A)
• Win: Inter 2-0 Lazio (Coppa Italia)
• Win: Inter 1-0 Genoa (Serie A)
• Loss: Juventus 1-0 Inter (Serie A)
• Win: Inter 2-1 Fiorentina (Serie A)

Key Insights:

• Finished 4th in the league phase, securing direct qualification for the last 16.
• Inconsistent form, with two defeats in their last five matches.
• Champions League finalists in 2023, bringing valuable knockout experience.
  

Strengths:

• Well-organised defensively, making them tough to break down.
• Dangerous on the counter, with Igor Paixão’s pace a big threat.
• Proven ability to frustrate Italian teams, as seen in their win over AC Milan.

Weaknesses:

• Squad depth could be tested against Inter’s experienced line-up.
• Struggles against high-intensity pressing teams, something Inter could exploit.
• A massive list of absentees due to injuries.
  

Strengths:

• Tactically flexible under Simone Inzaghi, allowing them to adapt mid-game.
• Defensive solidity, with Francesco Acerbi and Alessandro Bastoni leading the backline.
• Midfield control, with Nicolò Barella and Hakan Çalhanoğlu dictating play.

Weaknesses:

• Inconsistency in attack, relying heavily on Lautaro Martínez.
• Vulnerable to counter-attacks, which Feyenoord will look to capitalise on.
  

Feyenoord (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: Timon Wellenreuther
• Defenders: Givairo Read, Dávid Hancko, Thomas Beelen, Gijs Smal
• Midfielders: Antoni Milambo, Jakub Moder
• Attacking Midfielders: Igor Paixão, Anis Hadj Moussa, Hugo Bueno
• Forwards: Julian Carranza

Inter Milan (3-5-2)

• Goalkeeper: Yann Sommer
• Defenders: Benjamin Pavard, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni
• Midfielders: Denzel Dumfries, Nicolò Barella, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Federico Di Marco
• Forwards: Lautaro Martínez, Marcus Thuram
  

• Feyenoord’s home record is strong, and they have already knocked out AC Milan.
• Inter’s experience makes them hard to beat, but they have struggled for consistency.
• A tight, tactical battle is expected, with the second leg likely deciding the tie.
  

• Robin van Persie played for Feyenoord against Inter in 2002 and now faces them as manager.
• Feyenoord have lost just one of their last 12 home matches against Italian teams.
• Inter Milan are unbeaten in their last 11 European matches against Dutch opposition (W7 D4).
  

Feyenoord will look to leverage their home advantage, while Inter will aim to control the tempo and take an away goal into the second leg. Expect a tight, disciplined encounter with everything to play for in the return fixture at the San Siro.

Who will gain the upper hand in this Champions League showdown?

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All odds and markets are correct as of the date of publication.