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Bayern Munich Face Decisive Champions League Test Against Inter Milan

Trailing 2-1 from the first leg, Bayern must overcome injuries and inefficiency to secure a semi-final spot in Milan.

Soccer Football - Serie A - Inter Milan v Cagliari - San Siro, Milan, Italy - April 12, 2025 Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi reacts REUTERS/Alessandro Garofalo
Taking aim: Harry Kane hits the post in Bayern Munich's first leg loss to Inter Milan.
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Crisis talks: (L-R) Bayern Munich's Eric Dier, Thomas Mueller, Joshua Kimmich and  Konrad Laimer congregate during the Inter loss.

Overview

  • Inter Milan hold a 2-1 advantage from the first leg, positioning them strongly to reach the Champions League semi-finals for the second time in three years.
  • Bayern Munich's squad is heavily impacted by injuries, with key players including Manuel Neuer, Alphonso Davies, and Jamal Musiala unavailable for the return leg.
  • Harry Kane emphasized the need for clinical finishing, as Bayern have scored only three goals from 46 shots in their last two games.
  • Inter Milan have conceded just three goals in 11 Champions League matches this season, underscoring their defensive strength ahead of the second leg.
  • Bayern must win by two goals or force penalties with a one-goal victory to keep their hopes of a home final at the Allianz Arena alive.