A six-goal thriller in Spain. A tie perfectly balanced. And now, one night in Milan to decide who reaches the UEFA Champions League final.
Inter Milan and Barcelona reconvene at San Siro after a breathless 3-3 draw last week in one of the most entertaining semi-final first legs in recent memory. On a night where both teams showed their flaws and their firepower, it’s Barcelona who edge the outright betting to reach the final at 3.35, but Inter, at 5.00, will fancy their chances in front of a raucous home crowd.
Let’s take a look back – and then forward.
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First Leg Recap: A European Classic
Inter shocked the home crowd with a goal inside 30 seconds, Marcus Thuram flicking in Denzel Dumfries’ cross. Then Dumfries made it 2-0 with a brilliant overhead kick. But Barcelona hit back. Lamine Yamal’s solo goal sparked the comeback, and Ferran Torres levelled just before half-time.
The second half brought more chaos. Dumfries headed Inter back in front, only for Raphinha’s thunderous shot to crash off the bar and in via Yann Sommer.
It was a semi-final first leg packed with moments to remember, and it leaves everything to play for at the San Siro.
What to Expect Tonight
Barcelona’s attacking stats are eye-watering – 40 goals in the tournament so far, led by Raphinha’s 21 goal involvements and the fearless brilliance of 17-year-old Lamine Yamal.
But history favours Inter at home. The Nerazzurri are unbeaten in their last 15 UCL matches at San Siro, with 12 wins in that run. They’ve already seen off Bayern Munich and Feyenoord, and will back themselves to finish the job in front of their own fans.
Barca have only ever beaten Inter once at San Siro, and haven’t won a UCL away semi-final in over a decade. They’ll dominate possession, but can they keep the door shut?
Another open game could suit the Catalans – but Inter’s experience and set-piece threat can’t be overlooked.
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Team News
Inter Milan are hopeful that Lautaro Martinez will be fit to feature after missing the weekend win over Verona with a hamstring issue sustained in the first leg. Should the Argentine striker be deemed unfit to start, Simone Inzaghi is likely to turn to Mehdi Taremi or Marko Arnautovic as a replacement.
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick also made several changes at the weekend to rest key players ahead of Tuesday night. Among them were Lamine Yamal, Raphinha and Pau Cubarsi, who should all return to the line-up in Milan.
In defence, Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde remain unavailable due to injury, leaving Flick short of options in the full-back positions. However, Robert Lewandowski has returned to the squad after a four-game absence and could be named among the substitutes.
Odds
This UCL semi-final remains on a knife-edge. Barcelona may have the firepower and momentum, but Inter’s formidable home record and experience in tight European ties make them dangerous opponents.
As it stands, Barcelona are favourites to reach the final at odds of 3.35, while Inter are priced at 5.00 to book their spot in Munich. With goals expected and drama all but guaranteed, don’t miss your chance to back your pick.
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