Inter - Empoli

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81'		2 - 0	Goal	A. Sánchez	D. Dumfries (Assist)
5'		1 - 0	Goal	F. Dimarco	A. Bastoni (Assist)

66'

N. Cambiaghi

Unsportsmanlike conduct

84'			In:	H. Mkhitaryan	Out:	D. Frattesi
82'			In:	E. Gyasi	Out:	M. Cancellieri
82'			In:	M. Niang	Out:	M. Destro
77'			In:	L. Martínez	Out:	A. Sánchez
77'			In:	A. Bastoni	Out:	D. Dumfries
74'			In:	S. Bastoni	Out:	J. Fazzini
73'			In:	G. Pezzella	Out:	L. Cacace
69'			In:	H. Çalhanoğlu	Out:	K. Asllani
69'			In:	F. Dimarco	Out:	Carlos Augusto

Inter - Empoli Predictions

Prediction: Inter

Best odds: 1.24

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As the Italian Serie A heats up, the anticipation for the upcoming clash between league leaders Inter and the mid-table challengers Empoli is building. With predictions on the line and fans eagerly awaiting the outcome, this match at the iconic Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milano promises to be a thrilling encounter. Will Inter continue their dominant run, or will Empoli defy the odds and shake up the league standings?

Key Players to Watch

Inter's success this season can be attributed to several standout performers, including Davide Frattesi, a dynamic midfielder with a rating of 6.78. Frattesi's ability to control the game is evident from his 152 total passes and 5 key passes, contributing to his 3 goals for the season. On the defensive end, Denzel Justus Morris Dumfries, with a rating of 7.01, has been a rock at the back. His 460 passes and 23 key passes, along with 3 goals, highlight his dual threat on both ends of the pitch. Another defensive stalwart, Stefan de Vrij, boasts a 7.04 rating and has been instrumental in maintaining Inter's solid backline with 616 passes and a goal to his name.

Empoli, on the other hand, will rely on their attacker Emanuel Quartsin Gyasi, who has a rating of 6.62 and has shown his capability with 5 shots on target this season. The team's leading goal scorer, Francesco Caputo, with a 6.71 rating, has found the back of the net 3 times and will be a key threat to Inter's defense. Midfielder Jacopo Fazzini has also been a pivotal player for Empoli, contributing 1 goal and an assist, alongside his 324 total passes and 18 key passes.

Recent Form

Inter's recent form is nothing short of impressive, with a string of five consecutive wins. They sit comfortably at the top of the table with 66 points, boasting a formidable goal difference of +51. Their last five matches have seen them outscore their opponents with ease, which speaks volumes about their attacking prowess and defensive solidity.

Empoli's form has been a mixed bag, with a recent record of WDWDD. Although they have managed to stay clear of the relegation zone, their -18 goal difference suggests there is room for improvement, particularly at the back. Sitting at 13th in the table with 25 points, Empoli will need to bring their A-game to stand a chance against the league leaders.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides favors Inter, with the most recent encounters ending in their favor. The last match at Empoli's ground on September 24, 2023, saw Inter secure a narrow 1-0 victory. Prior to that, on April 23, 2023, Inter managed a more comfortable 3-0 win away from home. However, Empoli did pull off a surprise 1-0 win against Inter in their own backyard on January 23, 2023, proving they have the potential to cause an upset.

Prediction

Considering both teams' form and the critical importance of this match for Inter to maintain their lead, a victory for the home side seems the most likely outcome. Inter's attacking threat, led by key players like Frattesi and Dumfries, combined with their defensive resilience, spearheaded by de Vrij, should see them through. Empoli will not go down without a fight, with Gyasi and Caputo looking to exploit any gaps in Inter's armor.

Ultimately, the match is set to be a showcase of Inter's title credentials against an Empoli side aiming to cause an upset. Expect a competitive game, but with Inter's quality and form, a home victory is the strong prediction for this Serie A encounter.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

76%

24%

Attacking Potential

75%

25%

Defensive Potential

75%

25%

Poisson Distribution

87%

13%

Stregth H2H

80%

20%

Goals H2H

69%

31%

Wins the game

77%

23%

Inter - Empoli Head to Head

01/04	Inter	2 - 0	Empoli
24/09	Empoli	0 - 1	Inter
23/04	Empoli	0 - 3	Inter
23/01	Inter	0 - 1	Empoli

Serie A standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Inter	30	25	4	1	73	14	59	79
2	AC Milan	31	21	5	5	60	34	26	68
3	Juventus	30	17	8	5	44	24	20	59
4	Bologna	31	16	10	5	45	25	20	58
5	AS Roma	31	16	7	8	56	35	21	55
6	Atalanta	29	15	5	9	54	32	22	50
7	Napoli	31	13	9	9	48	38	10	48
8	Lazio	31	14	4	13	37	34	3	46
9	Torino	31	11	11	9	31	29	2	44
10	Fiorentina	29	12	7	10	42	34	8	43
11	Monza	31	11	9	11	34	41	-7	42
12	Genoa	30	8	11	11	32	37	-5	35
13	Lecce	31	6	11	14	26	48	-22	29
14	Udinese	30	4	16	10	29	45	-16	28
15	Empoli	31	7	7	17	25	47	-22	28
16	Verona	30	6	9	15	27	40	-13	27
17	Cagliari	30	6	9	15	30	51	-21	27
18	Frosinone	31	6	8	17	38	61	-23	26
19	Sassuolo	31	6	7	18	36	59	-23	25
20	Salernitana	31	2	9	20	25	64	-39	15