The UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg between Inter Milan and FC Barcelona is set to be a thrilling encounter at the iconic San Siro Stadium in Milan. With the first leg ending in a 3-3 draw, both teams are poised to battle fiercely for a spot in the final.
Match Details
- Fixture: Inter Milan vs FC Barcelona
- Competition: UEFA Champions League 2024–25 Semi-Final, Second Leg
- Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 21:00 CET / 20:00 BST / 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT / 00:30 IST (May 7)
- Venue: San Siro Stadium, Milan, Italy
First Leg Recap
The first leg at Barcelona’s Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys was a spectacle, ending in a 3-3 draw. Inter Milan took an early lead with a goal from Marcus Thuram, followed by a stunning overhead kick from Denzel Dumfries. Barcelona responded with a brilliant solo effort from 17-year-old Lamine Yamal, making him the youngest goalscorer in Champions League semi-final history. Ferran Torres equalized before Dumfries added another for Inter. The match concluded with a long-range effort from Raphinha, which deflected off Yann Sommer into the net, setting the stage for an intense second leg.
Team News
Inter Milan
- Injuries: Lautaro Martínez is a doubt due to a hamstring injury. Benjamin Pavard is also questionable.
- Suspensions: None reported.
- Key Players: Marcus Thuram, Denzel Dumfries, Hakan Çalhanoğlu.
FC Barcelona
- Injuries: Marc-André ter Stegen, Alejandro Balde, Pablo Torre, Marc Casadó, Jules Koundé, and Marc Bernal are unavailable.
- Suspensions: None reported.
- Key Players: Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha.
Predicted Lineups
Inter Milan (3-5-2)
- Goalkeeper: Yann Sommer
- Defenders: Yann Bisseck, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni
- Midfielders: Denzel Dumfries, Nicolò Barella, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Federico Dimarco
- Forwards: Marko Arnautović, Marcus Thuram
FC Barcelona (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: Iñaki Peña
- Defenders: João Cancelo, Ronald Araújo, Andreas Christensen, Marcos Alonso
- Midfielders: Frenkie de Jong, Ilkay Gündoğan; Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Raphinha
- Forward: Robert Lewandowski
Tactical Analysis
Inter Milan
Inter will likely employ their traditional 3-5-2 formation, focusing on solid defense and quick transitions. The wing-backs, Dumfries and Dimarco, will be crucial in providing width and supporting both defense and attack. In midfield, Çalhanoğlu’s creativity and Barella’s dynamism will be key to controlling the game’s tempo.
FC Barcelona
Barcelona is expected to stick with their 4-2-3-1 setup, emphasizing possession and fluid attacking movements. The young prodigy Lamine Yamal will be a focal point on the right flank, while Lewandowski’s experience will be vital in leading the line. The midfield duo of de Jong and Gündoğan will aim to dominate possession and dictate play.
Key Battles
- Denzel Dumfries vs. Marcos Alonso: Dumfries’ attacking runs could pose a significant threat to Alonso, who will need to be defensively astute.
- Hakan Çalhanoğlu vs. Frenkie de Jong: A midfield battle that could determine control of the game.
- Marcus Thuram vs. Ronald Araújo: Thuram’s pace and physicality against Araújo’s defensive prowess will be a matchup to watch.
Match Prediction
Given the evenly poised first leg and both teams’ attacking capabilities, the second leg promises to be another high-scoring affair. Inter’s home advantage and experience might give them a slight edge, but Barcelona’s youthful exuberance and attacking flair cannot be underestimated.
Predicted Score: Inter Milan 2-2 FC Barcelona (Inter advances on away goals or extra time)
How to Watch
- United States: CBS, Paramount+, TUDN, Univision, ViX
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports, Amazon Prime
- India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
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