Barcelona host Inter Milan at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in the first leg of a blockbuster UEFA Champions League semi-final on Wednesday night.

Fifteen years since that iconic Mourinho celebration in the 2010 semis, both teams return with renewed firepower and a place in the final on the line. Barca aim for their first final since 2015, while Inter seek redemption after finishing runners-up in 2023.

🔴🔵Barcelona Look to Banish Haunting Ghosts of 2010 | Home Win = 1.67💵

While Barca have gotten the better of Inter in the UEFA Champions League since 2010, the Baulgrana still haven’t faced the Nerazzurri in a UCL knockout tie till now, and they would love nothing more than to give them a taste of that bitter elimination in 2010 against a Jose Mourinho Inter.

With revenge for 2010 in mind, the Catalans who brushed aside Dortmund 4-0 in the quarter-final first leg before easing through to the semis despite a 3-1 loss in Germany, will come into this with every intention to hurt Simeone Inzaghi’s side.

Barca come into this tie in great form, though with five wins and one draw at home in the UCL this season. They’ve also won 23 of their last 28 matches across all competitions, including a dramatic 3-2 El Clasico win in the Copa del Rey final last week.

🔵⚫Inter Milan Aiming to Make 2nd Finals in 3 Seasons | Away Win = 5.13💵

Inter edged out Bayern Munich in a nail-biting quarter-final, thanks to Frattesi’s late goal and a composed 2-2 draw at home. Simone Inzaghi’s men, though slightly out of form recently, remain unbeaten in their last 15 UCL home games.

Despite three straight defeats in domestic competitions, the Nerazzurri’s European form is stellar. They’ve conceded just five goals this campaign, with eight clean sheets showing their resilience.

Knowing that an in-form Barcelona side that is scoring for fun is the only thing that stands between them and a second UEFA Champions League final in three seasons, Simeone Inzaghi’s side can be expected to bring their A game regardless of their form.

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Barca are still without top scorer Robert Lewandowski due to a hamstring injury, though Marc-Andre ter Stegen returns to the squad. Wingers Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, who have combined for 27 UCL goals, will be key to Barca’s attack.

Inter will count on Lautaro Martinez, who has scored in his last five UCL games. Marcus Thuram may feature after a thigh injury, while Pavard’s ankle issue puts his participation in doubt. Bastoni and Mkhitaryan are back after Serie A suspensions.

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 4.39💵

⚽ Barcelona have scored 3+ goals in 5 of their 6 UCL home games, while they have scored 37 goals so far—more than any other team in the competition. | Specials Market: Home & Over 2.5 = 2.16

⚽ Inter are unbeaten in their last two clashes against Barca, while they have won all their last three away UCL games this season, including the quarterfinal clash away at Bayern Munich. | Specials Market: Over 2.5 & Yes = 1.88

⚽ There have been at least over 2.5 goals in three of the last four clashes between Barcelona and Inter Milan (3-3, 1-2, 2-1). | Main Market: Over 3.5 Goals = 2.43

Barcelona’s attack-minded flair meets Inter’s defensive discipline in a high-stakes European classic. Expect intensity, history, and Champions League drama under the lights at Montjuïc.

🔗You can check out the UCL game, Barca vs Inter Milan, on MSport.

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Liverpool stand on the brink of Premier League glory as they welcome Tottenham Hotspur to Anfield on Sunday, knowing a single point will confirm them as champions.

Arne Slot's side are unbeaten in 14 home games and are eager to celebrate their first title since 2020 in front of their fans. Meanwhile, Spurs arrive with little to play for domestically but could play spoilers in the Reds’ coronation.

🔴Liverpool One Point Away from Premier League Glory | Home Win = 1.30💵

The Reds have won six straight home games and are unbeaten in their last 14 at Anfield. With just one defeat in their last 20 league matches, they’ve been a model of consistency during the run-in.

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s recent winner against Leicester typified their resilience, and with Mohamed Salah historically prolific against Spurs, they’ll be confident of wrapping up the title in style.

⚪Tottenham Playing for Pride amid European Focus | Away Win = 10.01💵

Tottenham have endured a steep drop in form, losing four of their last five Premier League games, including a 2-1 home defeat to Nottingham Forest last Monday.

Ange Postecoglou’s side are 42 points behind Liverpool and now shift much of their focus to the Europa League semi-final against Bodo/Glimt. Sunday’s clash will test their squad depth and mental resolve.

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Liverpool will miss Joe Gomez (hamstring) and Tyler Morton (shoulder), but the rest of the squad is fit. Slot is expected to start Alexander-Arnold after his match-winning display last weekend.

Mohamed Salah is goalless in his last four league games but has 15 career goals against Spurs, making them his second-favourite opponent after Manchester United.

For Tottenham, Son Heung-min (foot) and Radu Dragusin (ACL) are sidelined. Destiny Udogie and other regulars were rested against Forest and should return, with Romero and Van de Ven ready to anchor the defence.

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 7.10💵

⚽ Liverpool has won each of their last three home games against Spurs, scoring four goals in each.  They’re also unbeaten in 15 straight matches against Spurs at Anfield. | Home Market: Home Win (Handicap 0:2) = 2.55

⚽ While Tottenham have lost form, they have beaten some big opponents away from home, including a 4-0 win over City & a 3-0 win over United. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 1.5 = 6.00

⚽ There have been at least over 2.5 goals in six of the last seven Liverpool vs Tottenham clashes. | Main Market: Over 3.5 = 1.84

With the title in touching distance, expect Liverpool to come out swinging against a Spurs team with bigger ambitions in Europe. An Anfield party is poised to erupt on Sunday.

🔗You can check out the EPL game Liverpool vs Spurs here on MSport.

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Manchester City, eyeing their third straight FA Cup final, face a tricky test at Wembley as they take on a fearless Nottingham Forest side in Sunday’s semi-final clash.

City are chasing redemption after surrendering their Premier League crown in a very uncharacteristic manner, while Forest aim to end a 34-year wait to reach the FA Cup final by pulling off a giant-killing feat.

🌲Nottingham Forest Target First Final Since 1991 | Home Win = 4.76💵

Forest’s road to Wembley has been dramatic, winning their last three FA Cup games on penalties after starting with a routine 2:0 win over Luton Town.

Nuno Espirito Santo’s men stunned Brighton in the quarter-finals and are fresh from a 2-1 league win over Spurs, showing their grit and growing belief.

With key suspensions and injuries looming, Forest’s depth will be tested in a game they could play without a natural right-back, but their penalty shootout prowess could play a big role if they keep it tight and take it that far.

🔵Man City Seek FA Cup Glory Again | Away Win = 1.80💵

Pep Guardiola’s side are aiming for a seventh straight semi-final appearance to pay off with another final spot, having lifted the trophy only twice under the Spaniard’s long reign.

City arrive with five wins in their last six matches, including a thrilling 2-1 win over Aston Villa in the league and a comeback 2-1 win over Bournemouth in the FA Cup quarter-final.

Despite being hit by injuries, Guardiola’s men have scored in 21 straight FA Cup games—last failing to do so in 2021’s semi-final loss to Chelsea. Now they have to do it against a side that beat them 1-0 last time they met.

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Man City remain without stars like Erling Haaland (ankle), Ederson (groin), Rodri (ACL), and Nathan Ake (ankle). James McAtee is suspended, but Jeremy Doku is likely to step in after his crucial assist vs. Villa.

Youngster Nico O’Reilly, with five goal involvements in four FA Cup games, is expected to feature again.

Forest will miss Ryan Yates and Neco Williams due to suspension. Ola Aina faces a late fitness test, and if he misses out, Forest could be without a natural right-back.

Jota Silva and Eric da Silva Moreira are also ruled out, with Morgan Gibbs-White and Anthony Elanga carrying the creative load.

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.93💵

⚽ Forest have won three consecutive FA Cup shootouts to get here, while they beat Man City 1-0 in the last meeting between the two sides. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Under 4.5 = 2.13

⚽ Man City are unbeaten in six of their last seven FA Cup semis and have scored in 21 straight games in the competition. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Yes (GG/NG) = 2.12

⚽ There have been under 2.5 goals in all the last three Nottingham Forest vs Man City games with Forest as the home team (1-1, 0-2, & 1-0). | Main Market: Under 2.5 Goals = 1.99

A tale of two very different footballing stories, this semi-final promises fireworks—City looking to salvage silverware and Forest daring to dream. Expect a high-intensity Wembley showdown.

You can check out the FA Cup semi-final game, Forest vs City, here on MSport.

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