Mkhitaryan Sets High Expectations for Inter’s Clash with Barcelona

MILAN, Italy – May 6, 2025 – Inter Milan midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan shared his high hopes ahead of tonight’s crucial Champions League match against FC Barcelona at the iconic Giuseppe Meazza stadium.

The 36-year-old spoke to InterTV, acknowledging that his team may need to push beyond their limits to secure a spot in the finals. Inter Milan and Barcelona played to a thrilling 3-3 draw in the first leg, with Mkhitaryan reflecting on how a more composed performance could have yielded a different result.

“We know it could take us to the final, and that’s the dream for all of us,” Mkhitaryan said. “We’ll have to play at 200% to win this match.” The stakes are high as Inter seek to make club history under coach Simone Inzaghi, who could become the second coach to lead the Nerazzurri to two Champions League finals.

Playing in front of a sold-out San Siro, Mkhitaryan emphasized the importance of teamwork and determination. “There are never easy matches; every game is a struggle. We’ll suffer again tonight, and we’ll suffer together because we want to win,” he said.

Inter can draw confidence from their strong home record in European competitions, having not lost in their last 16 Champions League matches at San Siro. They also boast only four defeats in 26 home games against teams from Spain.

As the excitement builds for the repeat of such a monumental matchup, players and fans alike hope for a memorable evening filled with passion and potential victory.