Inter vs Empoli Prediction 19 January 2025

🔊 Will Empoli be able to challenge Inter in the upcoming match? After losing the Italian Super Cup final, the "Nerazzurri" haven't seemed themselves - a hard-fought victory over Venezia (1-0) and a home draw with Bologna (2-2). However, Empoli themselves are not showing the results we saw from them at the start of the season. In such a situation, we will try to analyze all the details to provide you with an accurate prediction for the Serie A matchday 21 game, which will take place at the Giuseppe Meazza.

📊 Head-to-head

In head-to-head encounters, all the numbers are undoubtedly in Inter's favor. Over a stretch of 12 matches, the reigning Italian champion achieved a positive result in 11 cases, while Empoli managed to win only once. The last meeting, which took place on October 30th, was no exception. The "Nerazzurri" defeated their opponent away with a score of 3-0, scoring all 3 goals in the second half.

🔵 Inter

Who would have thought that even a high-class team like Inter is not capable of constantly maintaining a high level? In 2025, the "Nerazzurri" participated in 4 matches and left many questions about their play in all cases. Even the match against Atalanta, which ended with a score of 2-0, could have gone in a completely different direction. Then Yann Sommer made several phenomenal saves. However, the Swiss goalkeeper can't always help his teammates. In the last match against Bologna, which took place at Giuseppe Meazza, Simone Inzaghi's team managed to draw (2-2). It's hard to say what this slight decline is related to, but Inter has already lost the opportunity to solely lead the Serie A standings. As for the upcoming match, the coaching staff will not be able to count on 4 players, including Hakan Çalhanoğlu.

⚪ Empoli

Empoli had a strong start to the season. The team went unbeaten for a long time, and it even seemed they might qualify for European competitions by the end of the season. But lately, the "Blues" have only been disappointing. Empoli approaches the upcoming match with a series of 5 games without a win, managing only one draw. Last weekend, the team lost to Lecce (1-3) without any chance, playing with the support of their home fans. Considering that the club has dropped to fourteenth place, Roberto D'Aversa could very well be dismissed, and the probability of this event is very high. But it's too early to talk about that now. The Italian specialist needs to prepare for the upcoming match, in which 6 players, including Nicolas Haas, will not be able to participate.

⚽️ Prediction on Goals

In the upcoming match, an interesting bet looks like both teams to score (no) for several reasons. Firstly, Inter's defense is considered one of the most reliable in Serie A. The team has conceded only 17 goals since the start of the championship, with only Napoli having better numbers (12). Secondly, Empoli themselves are not big fans of scoring goals. The "Blues" prefer to play defensively, hoping to catch opponents on quick counterattacks. Yes, this strategy worked at the beginning of the season but not now. Moreover, in the first round, Inter crushed Empoli away (3-0), and back then Roberto D'Aversa's team was in good form.

🚩 Prediction on Corners

Inter is the best team in the Italian championship in terms of corners earned. Thanks to their active attacking play, the "Nerazzurri" often approach the corner flag. Simone Inzaghi's team averages 6.2 corners per match. Overall, Empoli also has decent numbers. The "Blues" rank ninth in Serie A with an average total of 4.8 corners. In such a situation, one might bet on total corners over (9.5).

📝 Editorial Prediction

Bookmakers have no doubt that Inter will be stronger in the upcoming match. Is there any reason to doubt this opinion? The "Nerazzurri" outperform their opponent in all key metrics, demonstrating a balanced game with an emphasis on attack and reliable defense. The upcoming match is a great opportunity for Simone Inzaghi's team to end their not-so-successful streak, especially since Empoli is in terrible form. We wouldn't be surprised if the hosts surpass the result of the first match and win, for example, with a score of 4-0. Our key betting option is Inter's victory with a handicap (-1.5).