JUVENTUS and Inter Milan face off in the Derby d’Italia at the Allianz Stadium.
Juve currently lead Serie A as they target a ninth consecutive Scudetto – but are facing increasing pressure from surprise package Lazio who sit just a point behind.
Cristiano Ronaldo struck past SPAL last weekend to equal the record for consecutive matches scoring a goalCredit: AFP
Inter had been in the mix, but defeat to the Roma capital side last time out has hampered their title chances.
Yet, the derby affair will a muted feel to it, as they play behind closed doors due to the coronavirus outbreak in northern Italy, which saw Inter’s clash against Sampdoria postponed last weekend.
What time does Juventus vs Inter kick off?
This Serie A clash was set for last Sunday, but was postponed due to the coronavirus.
It will now take place on Sunday, March 8 – despite an initial date of May 13 being mooted.
It kicks off at 7.45pm UK time – that is 8.45pm in Italy and 2.45pm ET.
The match will be held at the Allianz Stadium.
In the reverse fixture between the two, Juventus came out on top, winning 2-1.
What TV channel is Juventus vs Inter on and can I live stream it?
Juventus vs Inter will be shown live on Premier Sports 1, with coverage underway from 7.35pm.
Sky and Virgin Media customers can purchase the channel for £9.99, which also includes Premier Sports 2 and LaLigaTV.
Alternatively, you can live stream it via Premier Player – also £9.99.
In the US, viewers can watch on Rai Italia Nord America or via ESPN+.
What is the team news?
Juventus are already without Merih Demiral for the rest of the season, while Adrien Rabiot is also out.
Douglas Costa and Gonzalo Higuain – who scored the winner in the reverse fixture – are both doubts for the game.
Meanwhile, Inter Milan will be without midfielders Roberto Gagliardini and Stefano Sensi for the derby.
Stat attack!
- Cristiano Ronaldo has scored in his last 11 matches and needs just one more to break Gabriel Batistuta’s 25-year record
- Inter Milan are on a six-game winless streak against Juventus – their last win coming in 2016
- Despite being two places below Juve, Inter have a better scoring and defensive record in Serie A this season
What are the odds?
A Juventus win is priced at 23/20, while victory for Inter is 12/5 and the draw 11/5.
Cristiano Ronaldo is just 19/20 to score anytime and break Batistuta’s record, while he is only 9/2 to score more than once.
Yet, Inter will be relying on Romelu Lukaku and Lautaro Martinez for goals – and should the pair score and gain all three points, punters could be in for a handsome sum at 8/1.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
