Salzburg vs Inter Milan
UEFA Champions League
Wednesday
8th November 2023
Red Bull Arena Salzburg
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the UEFA Champions League matchday 4 fixture between Salzburg and Inter Milan.
Salzburg vs Inter Milan: Preview
Salzburg form analysis
RB Salzburg began October with a disappointing 1-0 defeat to LASK in league play, conceding early from Žulj. However, they bounced back well in the Champions League, taking the lead against Inter Milan through Sánchez. Although Gloukh equalized, Salzburg were ultimately beaten 2-1 due to a late penalty. Domestic play then saw a convincing 3-0 win over Rheindorf Altach with Dedić, Kjærgaard, and Konaté all scoring.
In their next match, Salzburg were held to a 1-1 draw by Hartberg in cup play, taking the lead through Entrup before conceding a late equalizer. Looking to regain momentum, Salzburg secured an important 2-0 away victory over WSG Tirol in league play. Konaté scored twice including late in stoppage time to seal the win.
While results in Europe and against LASK were disappointing, Salzburg’s attacking play has still shown promise. Players like Sánchez, Kjærgaard and prolific scorer Konaté have impressed. Defensively they will aim to be more solid, especially against top opposition.
Inter Milan form analysis
Inter Milan began October with a disappointing 2-2 draw against Bologna after taking a 2-0 lead. They bounced back with a solid 3-0 victory over Torino, with goals from Thuram, Martinez, and Calhanoglu. In a crucial Champions League match, Inter defeated Salzburg 2-1 through Sanchez and a Calhanoglu penalty.
Momentum continued as Inter earned a narrow 1-0 victory over rivals Roma thanks to a late Thuram goal. Their strong run of form was tested in early November by Atalanta, but Inter produced another good performance to win 2-1. Calhanoglu’s penalty and Martinez’s strike gave them a 2-0 lead before withstanding a late Scamacca goal.
Key players like Martinez, Calhanoglu, and Thuram have impressed in attack. Defensively they have been sound under pressure from top opponents. While conceding twice against Bologna was a blip, Inter have shown strong domestic and European form overall in this period.
