Inter Milan Secures Dramatic Victory Over Bayern Munich In Champions League Quarter-Final

‎Inter Milan edged past Bayern Munich with a sensational 2-1 victory at the Allianz Arena, thanks to a late winner from Davide Frattesi.

‎This result gives the Nerazzurri a crucial advantage heading into the second leg at the San Siro and also ends Bayern’s impressive 22-match unbeaten streak on home soil in this prestigious competition.

‎Promising Start for Bayern

‎Despite being plagued by injuries, the Bavarians started confidently.

‎They quickly asserted their attacking intent and came close to breaking the deadlock in the opening minutes. Michael Olise was instrumental in their early exchanges.

‎He forced a narrow miss when his shot curled just wide of the post, signaling Bayern’s ambitions to dominate the game.

‎As the match progressed, Inter began to find their footing, though they faced a stern challenge in breaking down Bayern’s resolute defense. The hosts continued to carve out more opportunities, with Harry Kane threatening to score after Olise set him up beautifully with a lay-off from Jonas Urbig’s long ball.

‎Kane’s shot, however, ricocheted off the outside of the far post, leaving Bayern frustrated.

‎Inter Strikes First

‎Amidst Bayern’s pressure, Inter Milan create a stunning breakthrough just before the half-time whistle.

‎Carlos Augusto’s low cross caught the Bayern defense off-guard, and Marcus Thuram expertly flicked the ball back to Lautaro Martínez. With a masterful touch, Martínez caressed the ball into the top corner using the outside of his boot, sending Inter into the break with a 1-0 lead.

‎Bayern’s Fightback

‎Following half-time, Inter seemed determined to build on their advantage, creating several scoring chances that showcased their attacking prowess. One of Martínez’s attempts forced a brilliant save from Urbig, as the young goalkeeper batted the ball away, preventing a second goal.

‎Bayern began to regain control of the game. However, genuine chances became scarce until Raphaël Guerreiro’s ambitious volley sailed just over the crossbar a near miss in a crucial moment.

‎Frantic Dying minutes

‎The game took a dramatic turn in the final ten minutes. Bayern’s persistence finally paid off as they equalized with the first of what seemed like a flurry of late goals.

‎Konrad Laimer deftly controlled a cross from Joshua Kimmich and sent it across the face of the goal, where Thomas Müller lost his marker and prodded the ball into an empty net.

‎However, that relief was short-lived. Just moments after finding the equalizer, Bayern’s defense let down their guard, and Inter seized the moment.

‎Nicolò Barella displayed remarkable vision and composure as he played in Carlos Augusto. Instead of going for glory himself, Augusto unselfishly squared the ball for Davide Frattesi, who slotted home the winner.

‎Historical Implications

‎This defeat leaves Bayern in a precarious position as they head into the second leg at the San Siro, with the statistic looming large over them: they have never won a UCL or European Cup knockout tie after losing the first leg at home.