The UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg between Inter Milan and Barcelona is set to take place tonight at San Siro, with kick-off at 8:00 PM BST.
Following a thrilling 3-3 draw in the first leg, both teams are vying for a spot in the final at the Allianz Arena in Munich on May 31.
⚽ Match Preview: Inter Milan vs Barcelona
The first leg at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys was a spectacle of attacking football. Inter Milan took an early lead with Marcus Thuram scoring within 30 seconds—the fastest goal ever recorded in a Champions League semi-final.
Denzel Dumfries added a second before Barcelona responded through Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres. The second half saw Dumfries score again for Inter, but an own goal by Yann Sommer ensured the match ended in a 3-3 draw.
Inter's Alessandro Bastoni has highlighted the challenge of containing Barcelona's 17-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal, who was instrumental in the first leg.
Bastoni described Yamal as "the best player I've ever faced" and emphasized the need for collective defensive efforts to neutralize his threat.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is considering a defensive reshuffle due to injuries. With Alejandro Balde sidelined, Iñigo Martínez may start at left-back, allowing Ronald Araújo and Pau Cubarsí to pair centrally.
Eric García is expected to fill in at right-back in place of the injured Jules Koundé. Robert Lewandowski, returning from a muscle injury, is likely to be available from the bench.
Inter Milan faces uncertainty over the availability of key players Benjamin Pavard and Lautaro Martínez, both nursing injuries. Their participation will be determined after assessments by the medical staff.
📊 Match Summary
- First Leg Result: Barcelona 3-3 Inter Milan
- Aggregate Score: 3-3
- Venue: San Siro, Milan
- Kick-off Time: 8:00 PM BST
- Broadcast: Available on Amazon Prime Video in the UK
With the away goals rule abolished, the tie is evenly poised.
If the aggregate score remains level after 90 minutes, the match will proceed to extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout to determine who advances to the final.
🔮 Prediction
Given Barcelona's attacking prowess and Inter Milan's home advantage, the match is expected to be closely contested. Barcelona may have a slight edge due to their recent form and depth in attack, but Inter's resilience at San Siro cannot be underestimated.
Tip - Barcelona to qualify for the final