Our tipster is expecting a low-key, low scoring encounter when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men take on Antonio Conte’s side in Singapore on Saturday
Manchester United meet Inter in the International Champions Cup on Saturday afternoon.
The clash sees Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side go head-to-head with former Chelsea boss, Antonio Conte, who guided the Blues to an FA Cup final victory against United in his final match in charge.
Latest odds
The men from Manchester are 6/5 (2.20) favourites with bet365 to open their International Champions Cup campaign with victory.
Inter, though, have a good record in this competition. The Italian side are unbeaten inside 90 minutes in their last seven International Champions Cup clashes and the odds compilers offer 21/10 (3.10) that the Serie A side come out on top.
The draw is available at 5/2 (3.50) ahead of Saturday’s showdown.
Team news
United are expected to field a strong side in Singapore. New signings Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Daniel James could be involved. Paul Pogba could also feature despite continued speculation linking him with a move away from Old Trafford.
Veteran Uruguayan defender Diego Godin joined Inter from Atletico Madrid this summer and will link up with Conte’s squad after taking part in the Copa America last month. Mauro Icardi is a notable absentee amidst speculation he will leave this summer.
Preview
Six of Inter’s last seven International Champions Cup matches have featured fewer than three goals. As such, the 43/40 (2.08) quote for no more than two goals to be scored here could prove popular.
The 6/5 (2.20) quote from bet365 for either side not to score could also prove popular. Inter have kept a clean sheet in five of their last seven matches in this competition and are available at a seemingly generous 100/30 (4.33) to not concede here.
Prediction
United appear to be a team in transition, with Solskjaer rebuilding his squad and it may take time for the Norwegian to find the formula for success. Indeed, the men from Manchester won just one of their final nine matches last season.
Inter have the cloud of the ongoing Icardi saga lingering over their pre-season preparations. It is far from ideal for Conte’s side as they attempt to preserve their strong recent record in this competition.
Neither side is likely to be at the peak of their powers when they lock horns in Singapore on Saturday and there is every chance, then, that this match may well be a tight affair – with goals at a premium.
As such, the 43/40 (2.08) quote for fewer than three goals to be scored may well represent real value for punters this weekend.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
Under 2.5 goals at 43/40 (2.08) for a 1pt stake at bet365
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