Wed. Jul 30th, 2025

Inter Reach Champions League Final After Epic Extra Time Win Over Barcelona

Inter Milan advanced to the Champions League final after defeating Barcelona 4-3 in a thrilling extra time battle at the San Siro. The Nerazzurri won 7-6 on aggregate following a 3-3 draw in the first leg.

The match was a back-and-forth affair that saw multiple lead changes before Inter ultimately prevailed. Davide Frattesi scored the winning goal in the 99th minute of extra time, bending a shot into the far corner to send the home crowd into a frenzy.

Both teams battled exhaustion in the final minutes as they pushed for a decisive goal. Barcelona threw everything forward in search of an equalizer but Inter`s defense held firm in the closing moments.

The victory sends Inter to their first Champions League final since 2010. They will face either Arsenal or Paris Saint-Germain for the title on May 31st.

It was a heartbreaking exit for Barcelona, who fought valiantly to stay alive after falling behind multiple times. The Catalans will rue their missed chances to put the tie away.

For Inter, it was a night of jubilation as they overcame a talented Barcelona side to book their place in European soccer`s showpiece event. The San Siro exploded at the final whistle as Inter`s players and staff celebrated their monumental achievement.

By Vihaan Mehrotra

In the heart of Bangalore lives and works Vihaan Mehrotra, one of modern India's most insightful sports analysts. His childhood passion for cricket and field hockey evolved into a successful career. His daily column in Bangalore's digital media covers all significant world sporting events, from cricket matches to badminton tournaments. As a sports betting expert, he developed his own methodology for analyzing team statistics. His IPL match predictions are renowned for their 75% accuracy rate.

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