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Inter and Barcelona Finalize Preparations for Decisive Champions League Semifinal

Key fitness decisions on Lautaro Martinez, Benjamin Pavard, and Robert Lewandowski headline tactical and lineup considerations ahead of the second leg at San Siro.

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Overview

  • Inter Milan and FC Barcelona face off tonight in the second leg of the Champions League semifinal after a thrilling 3-3 draw in the first leg.
  • Lautaro Martinez is expected to start for Inter, while Benjamin Pavard remains unavailable; Robert Lewandowski will be on Barcelona's bench, ready if needed.
  • Inter aims to neutralize Barcelona's teenage star Lamine Yamal with defensive doubling and focus on exploiting space behind Barcelona’s high defensive line.
  • Barcelona coach Hansi Flick emphasizes enjoyment and set-piece defensive improvements, while Simone Inzaghi stresses team cohesion as Inter's key to success.
  • The winner will advance to the Champions League final in Munich on May 31, with both clubs seeking to add to their storied European legacies.