Date: June 21st 2025
Venue: Lumen Field, Seattle, WA
Kick-off Time: 20:00

Saturday’s FIFA Club World Cup clash between Inter Milan and Urawa Red Diamonds is shaping up to be a pivotal moment for both sides. With each team looking to bounce back from disappointing starts, their second group stage match at Lumen Field could prove decisive in determining who stays in the race for the knockout rounds.

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Inter Milan –The Italian giants 

Inter Milan closed out the 2024–25 season without a single trophy for the first time in five years capped off by a crushing 5–0 defeat to PSG in the Champions League final, which also marked Simone Inzaghi’s last game in charge. That heavy loss left doubts about how well Lautaro Martínez and the squad would bounce back.

They kicked off their Club World Cup campaign with a 1–1 draw against Monterrey, with Martínez leveling the score just before halftime. That result also marked Inter’s first-ever failure at the tournament.

For fans expecting drama, this next game should deliver. Seven of Inter’s last eight matches have seen at least two goals, and while their attack often shows up, their defence has been far from airtight, just three clean sheets in their last 17 games is a worrying trend

Urawa Reds–  The Red Devils

Urawa Red Diamonds controlled much of the second half against River Plate but couldn’t turn their dominance into goals, ultimately falling short and extending their mixed run of form, with just two wins in their last eight matches. That inconsistency raises questions about their chances against Inter Milan.

Their biggest issue has been their defense, managing just one clean sheet during that stretch. With Inter’s attacking quality, it’s tough to see Maciej Skorża’s side keeping things tight defensively.

Still, Urawa have been reliable going forward, scoring ten goals in those eight games. And given Inter’s recent defensive lapses, the Red Devils might find a way through.

Head-to-Head

This matchup marks the first-ever meeting between Inter Milan and Urawa Reds, bringing a fresh sense of unpredictability and excitement to the clash. 

Possible lineup:

Inter Milan: Sommer; Pavard, De Vrij, Bastoni; Zalewski, Barella, Asllani, Sucic, Dimarco; F. P. Esposito, Martinez

Urawa Red: Nishikawa; Ishihara, Boza, Hoibraten, Naganuma; Gustafson, Yasui; Watanabe, Savio, Sekine; Matsuo

Key Players to Watch:

  • Inter Milan: Nicolo Barela, Lautoro Martinez
  • Urawa Reds: Yusuke Matsuo, Ryoma Watanabe

Where to Watch:

The match will be available live on SuperSport, FIFA+, and select local broadcasters depending on your region. 

Global Streaming & Cable

  • DAZN — DAZN will stream all matches for free, and it will be available in all countries. To access the FIFA Club World Cup match for free, just download the free DAZN app from your normal app store on your TV, phone, tablet, or streaming device.
  • TNT Sports / TBS / truTV (U.S.)
  • FIFA+ — free global streaming via FIFA’s platform

GoalBangWays Prediction Insight:

Inter Milan are the favourites heading into their clash with Urawa Reds, and on paper, they should have enough quality to come away with the win. That said, it would be a mistake to treat this as an easy outing. Urawa have shown they can be dangerous going forward, and Inter can’t afford to switch off. Still, if they stay focused and make the most of their attacking strength, they should be able to secure all three points and edge closer to the knockout rounds.

Other Interesting Predictions

With both sides preferring to play proactive, attacking football, this match has the  potential for an open contest. Inter’s firepower combined with Urawa’s knack for finding the net, even against tougher opposition makes a strong case for both teams getting on the scoresheet. Betting on both teams to score feels like a smart call here.

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