Inter Advances to Champions League Semifinals After Thrilling Draw with Bayern Munich

Inter Milan continued to impress in the UEFA Champions League, drawing 2-2 with Bayern Munich in a gripping encounter at the Giuseppe Meazza stadium on Wednesday. This result propelled Inter through to the semifinals with a 3-4 aggregate win across both legs.

First Half Action

While the first half showcased several goal-scoring opportunities, it was the second half that delivered the game’s most electrifying moments. The match began with Bayern Munich applying early pressure. In the 52nd minute, Harry Kane opened the scoring with a spectacular goal, firing a low shot into the far corner after receiving a pass from Leon Goretzka. However, the Bavarians’ lead lasted a mere six minutes.

Inter’s Comeback

Inter’s captain, Lautaro Martinez, equalized in the 58th minute. After a well-placed corner from Federico Dimarco, Martinez found space to shoot from close range, leveling the score at 1-1. The momentum shifted swiftly in Inter’s favor, and just three minutes later, Benjamin Pavard scored with a powerful header, marking his debut goal for Inter against his former club.

In the 63rd minute, the home side looked poised to extend their lead when Matteo Darmian tested Bayern’s goalkeeper, Jonas Ospina. However, Eric Dier made a crucial clearance from the line, keeping Bayern in the match.

Bayern’s Resilience

Dier proved instrumental moments later, as he equalized with an audacious header in the 76th minute after a precise cross from Serge Gnabry found him at an improbable angle. With the score tied at 2-2, Bayern pushed for a third goal that could take the game into extra time, yet they were unable to find the net.

In the dying moments, both teams had chances but failed to capitalize, leaving Inter to celebrate their progression to the semifinals where they will face Barcelona.

Post-Match Reflections

The draw marked the end of Bayern Munich’s journey in this season’s Champions League, leaving Germany without a representative in the semifinals for the first time among the top five leagues. The players returned home disappointed, with a renewed focus on securing the Bundesliga title as the season progresses.

As the final whistle blew, the full-time score of 2-2 confirmed Inter’s advancement with a 3-4 aggregate score, reinforcing their place amongst the elite as they prepare for their clash with Barcelona in the next round