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Inter Milan Triumphs Over Barcelona in Record-Breaking Champions League Semi-Final

A 4-3 extra-time victory at San Siro secures Inter's place in the final against PSG or Arsenal on May 31 in Munich.

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Overview

  • Inter Milan advanced to the Champions League final after a dramatic 4-3 extra-time win over FC Barcelona, concluding a tie with a record 13 goals across both legs.
  • Key contributions came from Inter's Davide Frattesi, who scored the decisive goal in the 99th minute, and Francesco Acerbi, who equalized in stoppage time to force extra time.
  • Barcelona mounted a second-half comeback from a 0-2 halftime deficit to lead 3-2, with goals by Eric García, Dani Olmo, and Raphinha, but ultimately fell short.
  • Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer delivered a standout performance with multiple crucial saves, earning him the Man of the Match award.
  • Inter will face either Paris Saint-Germain or Arsenal in the final at Munich's Allianz Arena, where they aim to secure their fourth European Cup under coach Simone Inzaghi.