Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Breaking: Inter Milan Triumphs Over Barcelona In Epic CL Semi-Final

In a Champions League semi-final for the ages, Inter Milan edged out Barcelona 4-3 after extra time (7-6 on aggregate) at the San Siro, securing their place in the 2025 UEFA Champions League final in Munich.

First Half: Inter’s Early Dominance

Inter Milan seized control early in the match. Lautaro Martínez opened the scoring in the 21st minute, and Hakan Çalhanoğlu doubled the lead with a penalty just before halftime, giving Inter a 2-0 advantage on the night and a 5-3 lead on aggregate.

Second Half: Barcelona’s Resilient Comeback

Barcelona responded with determination after the break. Eric García and Dani Olmo scored to level the aggregate at 5-5. A late goal by Raphinha in the 87th minute appeared to secure victory for Barcelona, but Francesco Acerbi’s equalizer in stoppage time forced the match into extra time.

Extra Time: Frattesi’s Decisive Goal

In extra time, Davide Frattesi scored the decisive goal for Inter, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to put the Italians ahead 4-3 on the night and 7-6 on aggregate. Despite Barcelona’s efforts, including a near miss by Lamine Yamal, Inter held on to secure the win.

Looking Ahead

Inter Milan will now face either Paris Saint-Germain or Arsenal in the Champions League final at the Allianz Arena in Munich on May 31, 2025.

Philip Atume
Philip Atume
Atume Philip Terfa is a seasoned Website Content Developer and Online Editor at Silverbird Communications Limited, currently leading digital content for Rhythm 93.7 FM. With nearly seven years of experience, he crafts engaging and trend-driven content across news, entertainment, sports, and more. Passionate about storytelling and digital innovation, he consistently boosts audience engagement and online visibility.

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