Inter Milan gave everything and found their way to the UEFA Champions League final four. They defeated Bayern Munich in a thrilling quarterfinal matchup, coming out on top 4-3 on aggregate. The second leg, played at the unforgettable San Siro, was a nail biter, ending in a 2-2 draw. This outcome sent Inter through on aggregate, keeping their dreams for a historic treble this campaign alive.
It was an exciting back-and-forth half that intensified immediately after the break when Bayern seized control. Barely seven minutes into the first leg, Harry Kane netted to level the aggregate score at 3-3. This goal placed a great deal of pressure on Inter, and the Nerazzurri answered quickly. Just six minutes later, Lautaro Martinez put Inter up 2-0. His strike restored the home side’s significant advantage in the tie once again. The first half finished 0-0, but the pace suddenly increased during the second half. Even despite the final score, both teams fought tooth and nail to earn a place in the semifinals.
A Nail-Biting Finish
As the match progressed, the tension intensified. Inter Milan’s defense faced severe late pressure from Bayern Munich, who were desperate to secure their own spot in the next round. The stakes continued to rise through a tedious five minutes VAR check. It reversed a penalty call for a hold on Kylian Mbappe in the first half. This instrumental moment turned the momentum right back to Inter, who now needed to defend their narrow advantage.
Even though they let in a quick equalizer from Eric Dier just minutes after Martinez’s opener, Inter showed an immense amount of character and fight. With their home crowd behind them, they showed immense grit to stop attack after attack from Bayern. With only 14 minutes left on the clock, Inter’s resilience under fire would prove key to their Champions League dreams.
After the final whistle, Inter Milan celebrated their progression and advancement into a semifinal matchup against Paris Saint-Germain. Indeed, they’re sitting pretty at the top of Serie A and on course to complete a possibly even more impressive treble this season.
Coach Carlo Ancelotti Reflects on the Challenge
In his post-match press conference, Carlo Ancelotti spoke of the difficulties they experienced throughout the match. While he praised his team’s energy for the effort, he was frustrated with missed opportunities that could’ve meant victory.
“The team gave everything in terms of attitude, but we weren’t able to do it.” – Carlo Ancelotti
Ancelotti addressed the physicality of the match while praising Bayern’s defensive resilience.
“To be honest, Arsenal defended very well. We found it hard to find space, in terms of intensity we were better but it was not enough.” – Carlo Ancelotti
His remarks spoke to the fire that burns competitively in both programs. They warned of the tasks that lie before Inter as they prepare to face off with Benfica in the semifinals.
Looking Ahead
As Inter Milan gears up for its next challenge against Paris Saint-Germain, focus will remain on maintaining their position at the top of Serie A while navigating the complexities of European competition. This incredible ability to withstand adversity was on full display in the team’s March quarterfinal second leg against Bayern Munich. With ambitions for a treble still alive, fans will be eagerly watching how Inter manages both domestic and international commitments in the coming weeks.
