Inter Milan demonstrated their resilience and fighting spirit as they secured a place in the Champions League semi-finals, overcoming Bayern Munich with a 4-3 aggregate score. Lautaro Martinez, the team’s star forward, praised his teammates’ unwavering determination and mental strength following the intense match.

The two-legged tie proved to be a nail-biting affair, with Inter’s 2-1 victory in Munich proving crucial. The return leg at San Siro ended in a 2-2 draw, which was enough to see the Italian side through to the next round.

Harry Kane opened the scoring for Bayern, but Inter quickly responded with goals from Martinez and Benjamin Pavard. Eric Dier’s late equalizer for Bayern wasn’t enough to overturn the aggregate result.

Martinez Hails Team’s Mental Fortitude

“This was truly an epic match that we’ll remember for a long time,” Martinez told reporters after the game. “Our qualification is the result of immense hard work and sacrifice. We never give up – we play with both our heads and our hearts. We did struggle at times, but we’ve proven we can aim for the highest goals.”

This marks Inter’s second Champions League semi-final appearance in three years, following their run to the final in 2023 where they fell to Manchester City. The team is also in contention for a treble, leading Serie A and preparing for a Coppa Italia semi-final against local rivals AC Milan.

Martinez expressed his gratitude to the coaching staff, teammates, and fans, describing the latter as the team’s “12th man” on the field. Looking ahead to their semi-final clash with Barcelona, he added, “They’re a formidable opponent with a rich history. But for now, we need to focus on our next immediate challenge before turning our attention to the Champions League.”