Inter is facing Empoli in Serie A. Inter is already leading and focusing on the championship, while Empoli is fighting for survival. Inter has a strong defense, rarely conceding goals. The last three matches between the teams ended with a minimal score. I expect Inter to win, but not by a large margin over the opponent. A total of less than 3.5 goals seems like the right choice.
Inter is dominating Serie A with an 11-point lead, having the opportunity to rest after the Champions League. Empoli is fighting for survival and it's not easy to grab points from the leader on their home turf. The hosts must win with the support of their fans, despite the differences in the teams' quality. Inter is the main contender for victory, however, Empoli is a solid team that has caused many problems for other Serie A leaders. We expect Inter to win, but not by a large margin. Therefore, a combined outcome of the match is expected.
Inter has not been impressive lately and has noticeably stalled after being eliminated from the Champions League. There is a chance that the team is tired and not in the best mood. It is also important to consider the previous match in which Inter lost to Empoli. In such a situation, the visitors could find the strength and play for a result. In recent matches, Inter has also been conceding goals, making Empoli scoring a possibility. Therefore, a bet on Empoli scoring in this match looks logical and justified.