Inter Milan Hosts Barcelona in Champions League Semifinal Showdown

Milan, Italy – The UEFA Champions League returns tonight as Inter Milan faces FC Barcelona in a highly anticipated semifinal showdown. The match kicks off at 9 p.m. CET at the iconic San Siro stadium.

The first leg of this semifinal ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, leaving both teams with everything to play for. Inter, unbeaten at home in this season’s Champions League, hopes to leverage the support of their fans and the offensive talents of Marcus Thuram, who scored in the first match. However, head coach Simone Inzaghi will be without Benjamin Pavard due to injury and has concerns about Lautaro Martínez‘s fitness after a recent muscle issue.

Barcelona, meanwhile, arrives with a weakened defense. Jules Koundé, Alejandro Balde, and Andreas Christensen will not play, forcing coach Xavi to make adjustments on the back line. The return of striker Robert Lewandowski to the squad could also shift the momentum, despite the possibility of him starting from the bench. Sixteen-year-old Lamine Yamal, who impressed in the first leg, is expected to play a significant role in Barcelona’s offense.

This match is crucial as it will determine which team will advance to the final in Munich on May 31. While Inter is slightly favored, Barcelona remains unpredictable and dangerous, capable of turning the tide at any moment.

Fans can watch the match live on CANAL+ Foot, which broadcasts all UEFA competitions including the Champions League. The best viewing option is through their CANAL+ Sport package, available for €34.99 per month with additional features available.

As the tension builds, both teams prepare to give their all for a spot in the prestigious Champions League final. The stakes couldn’t be higher as they battle not just for victory, but for the pride of their clubs and their seasons.