Real Madrid begin their UEFA Champions League campaign at home to Inter Milan on Tuesday, with both sides targeting victory in the opening round of the league phase.
The match will take place at the Santiago-Bernabeu in Madrid, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 GMT on 8 September 2026. The fixture brings together two of European football’s most prominent clubs, although both arrive with different levels of confidence and contrasting recent records in the competition.
Match details and broadcast information
- Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026 - Kick-off: 19:00 GMT - Venue: Santiago-Bernabeu, Madrid
The game will be shown in the United Kingdom on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. In the United States, coverage will be available through NBC, USA Network, Peacock and Telemundo.
BeIN Sports will broadcast the match across the Middle East and North Africa, while DAZN holds the rights in Spain and Portugal. Viewers in Switzerland can watch on Canal+ or Sky, with Sky Sport showing the fixture in Germany.
Real Madrid hold recent advantage
Real Madrid have won their past four meetings with Inter Milan, scoring nine goals and conceding five. Their two most recent encounters, both played in 2021, also ended in victory for the Spanish side, who won 2-0 and 1-0.
Across the clubs’ overall competitive history, Real Madrid have recorded 10 wins against Inter Milan. The Italian team have won seven of those meetings, while two matches have ended in draws.
Real Madrid head into the fixture after a 1-0 defeat by Real Betis, a result that has interrupted their recent momentum. The home side are also dealing with several absences in midfield, but the importance of launching their European campaign with a positive result will provide an additional incentive.
That motivation is heightened by the fact that the Champions League final is due to be played in Madrid. Real Madrid will therefore be looking to make the strongest possible start in front of their home supporters.
Inter arrive after dramatic comeback
Inter Milan are in a more positive mood after producing a notable comeback against Napoli. The Italian champions fell 2-0 behind before recovering to win 3-2 in a dramatic match.
However, their recent Champions League record remains a concern. Inter Milan have lost five of their past six matches in the competition, leaving them with a significant challenge as they begin this season’s league phase against one of Europe’s most successful clubs.
Prediction and betting odds
Real Madrid are regarded as favourites, with a 59% chance of victory. The probability of a draw is put at 22%, while Inter Milan are given a 19% chance of winning.
The prediction is therefore for a home victory, with Real Madrid backed to win 2-0.
The advertised 1xbet odds list Real Madrid at 1.60 to win, 4.40 for a draw and 5.40 for an Inter Milan victory.