When and where?

The third match of the day features Inter Milan vs River Plate in Group E. The game will take place at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington, with kickoff scheduled for 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT. The referee for the match will be Ilgiz Tantashev from Uzbekistan.

Inter Milan Preview

Inter come into this match sitting second in the group after a 1-1 draw with Monterrey in their opener and a dramatic 2-1 win over Urawa Red Diamonds. They have 4 points, the same as River Plate, but trail on goal difference.

The Italians need a win to secure the top spot in Group E. A draw or a loss would leave their fate dependent on the result of the other group match between Monterrey and Urawa.

River Plate Preview

River lead the group with 4 points, having beaten Urawa Red Diamonds 3-1 and drawn 0-0 with Monterrey. Their superior goal difference gives them the edge heading into this crucial encounter.

The Millonarios have the advantage: a win or draw guarantees them first place in the group. A loss, however, could drop them to second—or even eliminate them—if Monterrey win their match.

The Final Word

This is a high-stakes clash. While a draw might send both teams through, Inter won’t take any risks, knowing a loss could cost them everything. Whoever advances—Inter or River Plate—will face a tough Round of 16 opponent: either Fluminense or Borussia Dortmund, depending on the outcome in Group F.